CPT Scotland @cptscotland.bsky.social · 13/07/2026Bus users, operators and local authorities all share an interest in keeping Edinburgh's buses an attractive, reliable and efficent way to travel. Temporary bus priority measures should be considered whenever diversions are introduced to reduce delays and keep passengers moving. 030
CPT Scotland @cptscotland.bsky.social · 16/04/2026CPT Scotland Director @paulwhite-cpt.bsky.social spoke to Tay FM about the long-term impact fuel cost and supply uncertainty could have on the sector 010
CPT Scotland @cptscotland.bsky.social · 08/04/2026Rural Scotland depends on buses & coaches, providing essential access to jobs, services and tourism. We need stronger support for socially necessary routes + zero‑emission rural infrastructure. #RuralTransport 020
CPT Scotland @cptscotland.bsky.social · 09/10/2025CPT Scotland Director @paulwhite-cpt.bsky.social and Minister for Business, RichardLochhead MSP co-chaired a roundtable yesterday exploring coach tourism in Scotland and how we can all work together to get things rights for visitors across the country. 000
CPT Scotland @cptscotland.bsky.social · 07/10/2025📢It's the final week to secure your place at this year's CPT Scotland Annual Conference and Dinner! Book here: tinyurl.com/yfre34v2 000
Reposted by CPT ScotlandMet Office - weather and climate @metoffice.gov.uk · 01/10/2025Storm Amy is the first named storm of the 2025/26 season. It’ll bring strong winds & heavy rain to northern & western areas. Weather warnings issued, including info about disruption in warning areas from Transport Scotland. Full details in our press release 👇 www.metoffice.gov.uk/about-us/new...metoffice.gov.ukStorm Amy namedA deep area of low-pressure has been named Storm Amy by the Met Office, the first named storm of the 2025/26 season. 14717
Reposted by CPT ScotlandConfederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 30/09/2025One month to go! The CPT Scotland Conference & Annual Dinner is back in Edinburgh on 27–28 Oct. Hear from Sarah Boyd, Prof Sir John Curtice, Jim Fairlie MSP & more on congestion, franchising, AI, rural connectivity + the future workforce. 👉 Book now: www.cpt-uk.org/events/47th-...cpt-uk.org47th CPT Scotland Conference and Annual Dinner | CPT 101
CPT Scotland @cptscotland.bsky.social · 15/09/2025We're happy to see financial support has been provided by the Scottish Government to ensure a thriving bus manufacturing sector in Scotland, which is essential for the transition to ZEBs and working towards the end of registration of new non-ZE vehicles. tinyurl.com/4d2s7r8ntinyurl.comAlexander Dennis set to maintain bus manufacturing in ScotlandBus manufacturing by Alexander Dennis in Scotland is set to continue after it worked with partners to keep Falkirk and Larbert plants open. 100
CPT Scotland @cptscotland.bsky.social · 03/09/2025This week CPT Scotland Director @PaulWhite_CPT appeared on Channel 5 News to discuss the Scottish Government's removal of peak rail fares, pointing out that the previous pilot scheme had failed to meet it's own objectives. 100
Reposted by CPT ScotlandConfederation of Passenger Transport @cpt-uk.bsky.social · 31/07/2025We're hiring for two exciting positions! 🚌 Coaching Manager - apply by 5pm on 6th August 🚍 Deputy Regional Manager (North) - apply by 5pm on 29th August If you're passionate about passenger transport, these are the jobs for you! Find out more: www.cpt-uk.org/careers/ 001
CPT Scotland @cptscotland.bsky.social · 29/05/2025Today we have responded to SPT's Regional Bus Strategy consultation. The strategy sets out a vision for more frequent, more reliable, more affordable and easier to use buses in the region. You can read more about our response here: tinyurl.com/4vv2a5as 000
CPT Scotland @cptscotland.bsky.social · 19/05/2025Transport Scotland is currently consulting on it's vision for bus open data, and to help inform our members CPT Scotland is hosting an event TOMORROW at 1400 in Perth. Today is the last chance to register so get in touch with the Scotland team to secure your space! 000
CPT Scotland @cptscotland.bsky.social · 12/05/2025We're kicking off #NationalCoachWeek by announcing our Top 10 UK Coach Destinations which includes Scotland's newest city, Dunfermline; Coach Friendly accredited Inverness; and The Royal Yacht Britannia in Edinburgh who have just opened their new visitor centre. www.cpt-uk.org/news/top-10-...cpt-uk.orgTop 10 UK Coach Destinations Revealed for National Coach Week | CPT 021
CPT Scotland @cptscotland.bsky.social · 07/05/2025Our comment on the Programme for Government announcement on the removal of peak rail fares in Scotland later this year: 100
CPT Scotland @cptscotland.bsky.social · 30/04/2025During this yesterday's NZET committee evidence session, CPT Director, @paulwhite-cpt.bsky.social, noted the importance of removing bus from congestion and the many factors that impact bus patronage. For more information, read our report 'Trends in Scottish Bus Patronage' here: tinyurl.com/mpmsy2cr 101
CPT Scotland @cptscotland.bsky.social · 29/04/2025CPT Scotland's Director, @paulwhite-cpt.bsky.social will be giving evidence this morning from 0915 to the Net Zero, Energy and Transport Committee. You can watch the session live here: tinyurl.com/yc6zzwswtinyurl.comNet Zero, Energy and Transport Committee | Scottish Parliament TV 000
CPT Scotland @cptscotland.bsky.social · 25/03/2025Busy day for bus stats in Scotland! Transport Scotland 2023-24 stats show a 13% increase in patronage and Transport Focus' Your Bus Journey found that 86% of people in Scotland are satisfied with their journeys. tinyurl.com/5ebtz5wp 000
CPT Scotland @cptscotland.bsky.social · 19/03/2025Scottish Roadworks Commissioner, Kevin Hamilton, gave evidence to the UK Transport Select Committee this morning describing emergency and unplanned works as causing 'chaos' for bus operators. 011
CPT Scotland @cptscotland.bsky.social · 13/03/2025Great news that the importance of a bus station at the heart of Scotland's Capital has been recognised. Extending the lease ensures bus and coach operators can continue to serve passengers, and that public transport remains an attractive option to travel to and from the city. 011
CPT Scotland @cptscotland.bsky.social · 05/03/2025CPT Operations Director, Keith McNally, was questioned by Edinburgh MP @drscottarthurmp.bsky.social at the Transport Select Committee this morning regarding the impact of the increasing use of 'emergency' roadworks. 111
CPT Scotland @cptscotland.bsky.social · 04/03/2025Great to hear @willierennie.bsky.social mention coach in his welcome to tonight’s Scottish Tourism Alliance Parliamentary reception. 010
CPT Scotland @cptscotland.bsky.social · 24/01/2025“What we want to see is local authorities doing a little bit more work with us to understand what are the places that coaches are likely to visit, what are the times of year when they’re likely to come, and what are the opportunities for growing that.” www.heraldscotland.com/news/nationa...heraldscotland.comCouncils urged to stop putting coach stops in ‘dingy’ areasGraham Vidler, of the Confederation of Passenger Transport, said many locations designated for coaches are ‘not a great advertisement’ for towns. 000
CPT Scotland @cptscotland.bsky.social · 23/01/2025Please follow @policescotland.bsky.social advice to avoid travel. You can find operator details and updates on service disruptions/cancellations here: www.travelinescotland.com/cms/page/disruptionstravelinescotland.com 000
CPT Scotland @cptscotland.bsky.social · 23/01/2025Our members are working hard to ensure passenger safety. Please make sure you check for up to date information from your local operator. 000
CPT Scotland @cptscotland.bsky.social · 23/01/2025As 2025/26 budget scrutiny continues, the Scottish Government should also consider the benefits of investing in bus and coach. 000
CPT Scotland @cptscotland.bsky.social · 21/01/2025CPT Scotland Director @paulwhite-cpt.bsky.social responds to confirmation that there will be no bus fare cap pilot in 2025/26. 010
CPT Scotland @cptscotland.bsky.social · 13/12/2024ICYMI, last week CPT Scotland Director gave evidence to the @covid19inquiry.scot. Questions were asked about how the Scottish Government supported the bus and coach sector throughout the pandemic. 100