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The Scottish Government has announced an additional £2.7m in funding to help bus operators meet rising fuel costs, taking the total to £6.2m.

14 Aug 2026

The money is aimed particularly at small and medium community operators to help maintain services and avoid higher costs for passengers.

Around £3.5m has already been provided since April 2026.

Transport Scotland is also rolling out a £2 price cap on bus fares across parts of the country.

The scheme is already active in the Highlands, Argyll and Bute, Moray, Shetland, Orkney and the Western Isles.

There are plans to expand the scheme, with the Strathclyde region next on the list.

Further information:                                                                                                                     https://news.stv.tv/scotland/bus-operators-to-get-additional-2-7m-funding-to-offset-rising-fuel-costs