7 h. ago Public consultations on Stirling's proposed 'tourist tax' to get underway

The draft scheme, which was informed by feedback in an extensive public engagement process earlier this year, outlines ambitious plans to enhance, support and future-proof the region's visitor economy.

Politics

3 d. ago Scottish Labour leader gives cautious welcome to Stirling 'tourist tax' plans

But in an interview with the Observer, Anas Sarwar said the money shouldn't be used to replace the proper funding of resources at council level.

Politics

3 d. ago Bus workers in Cardiff call off planned strikes after deal reached

Around 450 members of Unite at Cardiff City Transport Services, known as Cardiff Bus, voted to accept a deal.

Economics

5 d. ago Met Office weather map shows when huge wall of rain will hit UK this weekend

According to forecasters, bus and train services will probably be affected

Society

5 d. ago Plea for return of scrapped early morning Dumfries to Moffat bus service

The 74 helped people get to work on time but has been scrapped after Stagecoach withdrew from the region.

Politics

6 d. ago Kids in Upper Nithsdale village denied school transport despite living in catchment area

Pupils in Kelloholm are having to use a service bus which gets to Sanquhar Academy an hour before the school day begins.

Politics

6 d. ago Dumfries and Galloway train passengers to be hit by weekend engineering works

Bus services will run between Dumfries and Carlisle as well as between Lockerbie and Glasgow Central on Sunday.

Events

1 week ago Livingston village will see regular bus service restored next month

The agreement follows discussions with West Lothian Council’s public transport staff and a robust campaign and petition raised by villagers which started earlier this year.

Politics

2 w. ago First look: New luxury night buses set to launch across Europe

Fear of flying or trying to be more climate friendly? This new sleeper bus service could be a comfortable alternative

Politics

3 w. ago Changes to Lothian Country bus services welcomed by West Lothian Council leader

Lothian Country have announced improvements to the network starting on September 7

Politics

3 w. ago Campaign and consultation launched by Livingston MP to improve bus services

Livingston Village, Addiewell, Longridge, Stoneyburn, Adambrae, and parts of Broxburn are all experiencing either reduced or non-existent services

Politics

3 w. ago Chaos as Manchester Airport passengers left stranded in the middle of the M60

The passengers' replacement bus service suffered a fault on the motorway

Events

3 w. ago American TikTok star vists Stirling as he asks millions of followers for city's top tourist spots

Renowned American TikTokker Kalani Ghost Hunter visited the city to hit the region's top visitor spots.

Politics

4 w. ago Stirling hotel manager voices support for tourist tax if funds are used wisely

Stirling Council is currently seeking feedback on the draft Visitor Levy scheme for the area, after it launched a public consultation on the issue last month.

Society

4 w. ago Big change to UK bus services planned over routes that target pensioners and disabled

The Bus Services Bill is currently going through parliament and is designed to protect passengers from sudden cuts to their services

Events

4 w. ago "Sadly the adventure is going to have to be a little briefer": London

"Sadly the adventure is going to have to be a little briefer": London-Edinburgh-London ultra cycling event shortened after riding suspended by 100mph Storm Floris gusts  road.cc

Politics

4 w. ago Stirling tourist attractions close and bus service suspended as Storm Floris sweeps in

The Wallace Monument and Battle of Bannockburn visitor centre will remain closed and Stirling Council has also advised residents to prepare their properties ahead of Storm Floris on Monday.

Events