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If we’re serious about getting Scots out of cars - buses have to be a big part of that

Record View says a light-touch approach, which sees our bus networks starved of cash, will no longer cut it.

Daily Record

'No buses are running today' - locals furious after service axed by under-fire operator

The 21 - which also takes in Bathgate, Whitburn, Armadale and Livingston - has been axed for today by McGill's

Daily Record

West Lothian dad misses hospital appointments due to bus 'mobility scooter ban'

The gutted 55-year-old now struggles to see family in Livingston and get to appointments at St John’s Hospital because he cannot take his mobility scooter onto buses.

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Renfrewshire councillors urge transport chiefs to rethink "savage" cuts to bus services

McGill’s Buses confirmed a swath of cuts to services across Renfrewshire last month, with the 32 bus amongst a number to be harshly impacted.

Daily Record

Pandemic triggered ‘second midlife crisis’ among over-50s, study finds

Women hit worst by mental health strains, with more domestic and caring duties amid Covid lockdowns

The Guardian - UK

Scots bus services 'on the brink' says Labour MSP after McGill's announce cuts to routes

Scottish Labour's transport spokesperson Neil Bibby is calling on the Scottish Government to get behind his party's proposals.

Daily Record

McGill's puts the brakes on Renfrewshire bus services

The company says a 25 per cent increase in costs and reduction in government support means the cuts – due to come into affect on May 1 – are unavoidable.

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McGills chief makes bus service improvement pledge following MSP meeting

The bus operators have promised improvements after complaints over the Stirling service..

Daily Record

Covid’s effect on mental health not as great as first thought, study suggests

Pandemic resulted in ‘minimal’ changes in symptoms, according to review led by McGill University researchers

The Guardian - UK

Easdale brothers invest £20 million in electric buses

Billionaire businessmen also get good news from the council on their house building plan at the former IBM Greenock site

Insider UK

Improving Falkirk bus services would cost too much money, council warned

Council officials also admit they simply don't have the funds to implement any recommendations.

Daily Record

Bus passengers evacuated after burning smell prompts second rescue in two months

The evacuation took place near Blair Drummond Safari Park on a 59 service between Callander and Stirling.

Daily Record

Frustration grows over cancellations and disruption on Callander-Stirling service

The C59 bus has been the subject of frustration from morning passengers.

Daily Record

McGill brothers invest £10 million into new long-distance coaches

18 new Volvo buses will be added to the McGill’s fleet

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Vital Barrhead McGill's bus service saved for following cuts plan

A petition aimed at stopping the removal of the route attracted over 1,000 signatures.

The National (Scotland)

Images reveal shocking impact of rain and flooding on Scotland's railways

SHOCKING images have revealed the extent of flooding on a number of Scotland’s railways, forcing some lines to be temporarily closed.

Edinburgh Live

West Lothian woman left feeling 'isolated' after bus services reduced

A woman in Livingston has been left frustrated after a reduction in bus services in her area. Only one bus runs in Howden after the X27 service was the latest to change routes.

Edinburgh Live

West Lothian woman fumes as she is 'banned' from taking mobility scooter on buses

Lynne Reid, 58, has claimed she is being "discriminated against" by the company in West Lothian, after relying on the scooter due to a number of issues with her back.

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Daily Record

Disabled woman left raging after bus company slap ban on mobility scooter

Lynne Reid claims McGill's Buses won't allow her on board with her mobility scooter

Daily Record

Bus issues on the agenda as online summit and survey results highlight problems with service

The issues has been a hot topic for bus users in recent years.

Daily Record

People in village 'have been sacked' because of unreliable bus services

People in Fauldhouse have lost their jobs turning up to work late because of buses not turning up

Daily Record

New Falkirk bus owners pull 120 vehicles from the road after takeover

McGill's Group boss says the company has made huge strides but warns "it will take time" to restore the services fully.

Daily Record

Falkirk council promise to look at improving 'appalling' bus service

Councillors agreed new operator should get a chance but a report will look at options to make things more efficient and greener

Daily Record

Night buses diverted away from West Lothian town following attacks

Buses have been pelted with rocks and stones, smashing windows

Daily Record

Almost 60 more McGill's bus services in Renfrewshire affected today as driver shortage continues

The company has created a short notice cancellations page on its website.

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