Transport Scotland
Transport Scotland (Scottish Gaelic: Còmhdhail Alba) is the national transport agency of Scotland. It was established by the Transport (Scotland) Act 2005, and began operating on 1 January 2006 as an executive agency of the Scottish Government.
| Còmhdhail Alba | |
| Executive agency overview | |
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| Formed | 1 January 2006 |
| Jurisdiction | Scotland |
| Headquarters | Buchanan House, 58 Port Dundas Road, Glasgow G4 0HF |
| Employees | 400 |
| Annual budget | £4 billion (2021–2022) |
| Minister responsible | |
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| Website | www |
Transport Scotland, an executive agency of the Scottish government, manages transport projects, ScotRail, and all motorways and major A-class roads in Scotland. The agency is organised into eight directorates, including Aviation, Maritime, Freight and Canals; Bus, Accessibility & Active Travel; and Rail. It focuses on sustainable and accessible transport, promoting walking, cycling, and wheeling. Transport Scotland also contributes to the Scottish Government's Climate Change plan.
The second National Transport Strategy, published in 2020, outlines a 20-year vision focused on reducing inequalities, climate action, inclusive economic growth, and health and well-being. Traffic Scotland, a public service managed by Transport Scotland, works to ensure safe and reliable trunk roads by monitoring, controlling, and informing travellers.
Regional Transport Partnerships (RTPs) help plan and deliver regional transport developments, with each RTP preparing a regional transport strategy and delivery plan. Some RTPs also provide transport services, like the Strathclyde Partnership for Transport which operates the Glasgow Subway and major bus stations.