Local MSP for the Linlithgow Constituency, Fiona Hyslop, has welcomed the news that over 3.6 million free bus pass journeys were made in West Lothian in 2023/23.
The Scottish Government has consistently protected bus passes for everyone over 60, and disabled people, while also extending the scheme to injured veterans and introducing free bus travel for under 22’s.
Commenting Fiona said:
“I’m really pleased to see that over 3.6 million bus journeys have been made by bus pass holders across West Lothian this last year.
“This vital support from the Scottish Government provides a lifeline for many allowing people to access essential services, employment, and education.
“The positive impact of the bus passes provided by the Scottish Government cannot be underestimated, however, I do recognise that bus travel can present challenges.
“To tackle issues of routes, frequency and services faced by bus users, local councils have been given the powers required to either franchise, take services into public ownership or develop new bus partnerships to improve local services.
“I am pleased to see the Scottish Government provide this essential support which is well used across my Constituency.”
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