This report sets out transport investment priorities to rebuild public transport patronage post-lockdown.
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The Tourist Duty
In this report, we explore the rationale for introducing a Transient Visitor Levy (TVL), feature case studies and surveys and make policy recommendations for the Scottish Government and Scottish Local…
Getting the Bill Right: Report on the Scottish Government’s Transport Bill
Getting The Bill Right’ sets out our recommendations for a successful Transport Bill.
A Green Journey to Growth
This report looks at the carbon savings achieved in recent years by shifting travel from air to rail between Central Scotland and London.
What We Want For Scottish Transport
Transform Scotland brochure setting out key demands that would help pedestrians, cyclists, public transport passengers and road users.
Edinburgh’s next tramline
The publication of the City of Edinburgh Council’s North-South tram consultation results has renewed debate about the future of Edinburgh’s transport network. Transform policy advisor Nigel Bagshaw argues that extending…
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Scotland’s next trains: New paper sets out case for national investment plan
Our new discussion paper sets out the critical need for a clear, ambitious investment plan to renew Scotland’s ageing train fleets. With ScotRail now operating the second oldest fleet in…
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What do the Holyrood election results mean for transport?
Public affairs manager Laura Hyde-White comments on the outcome of the 7 May Holyrood elections and what the results could mean for transport in the next parliamentary session. What does…
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The substitution myth: Why EVs are the new vapes
In 2011, Dr Margaret Douglas asked, “Are cars the new tobacco?” Fifteen years on, the parallels between a cultural overreliance on cars and cigarette habits are harder to ignore. Vaping…
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Members‑only deep dive into the Scottish Budget
This month, Transform members were invited to attend our first event of 2026, where we shared what we knew about the Scottish Budget and discussed how members could influence its content…
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Inspiring the next generation to get on board: Lovemybus heads to Dundee
More than 400 pupils at Grove Academy are building confidence, independence and safety skills on local buses through a partnership programme bringing schools, transport providers and police together. This month,…
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Promoting car-free tourism across the Highlands | Transform Scotland
In this blog article, Transform member Far North Line Community Rail Partnership, discusses how car-free tourism can reduce emissions, ease pressure on rural roads and support sustainable travel across the…
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