🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🚍💷 The #Scottish Government has outlined plans to expand its £2 bus fare cap across #Scotland as part of efforts to help with the cost of living. Speaking during a debate on affordable bus fares, #Economy, #Tourism and #Transport Secretary Stephen Flynn said work is under way to extend the scheme beyond the current Highlands and Islands pilot, with an initial rollout planned in the #Strathclyde region.

The #government says its long-term aim is to introduce a nationwide £2 fare cap, making bus travel more affordable and encouraging greater use of public transport. Flynn said the measure builds on wider support, including the removal of peak rail fares and more than £530 million in funding for bus services and concessionary travel in 2026-27. He also highlighted the success of free bus travel for under-22s, which has recorded more than 300 million journeys since its introduction.
https://www.transport.gov.scot/news/plans-set-out-to-expand-2-bus-fare-cap-across-scotland/

Fizz in #Scotland | #Strathclyde Fusion

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In Glasgow city centre on Friday 20 March? Fancy listening to some fine jazz performances?! Then you might like to attend a performance of the Strathclyde University Big Band. Free entry!

The Big Band comprises staff, students, alumni, and ex-staff of the University of Strathclyde (of which I am one!). The set list looks like it will feature standards by #Basie, #Cannonball #Adderley, and more.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/an-evening-of-jazz-with-strathclyde-university-big-band-tickets-1984460864867 #jazz #Glasgow #BigBand #music #Strathclyde

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As alumni of the University of Strathclyde, I perform in the #Strathclyde University Big Band.

The SUBB is performing in #Glasgow this week at Avant Garde on King Street. Friday, 16 May @ 20:30. Entry is free, so come out and join us!

Expect interpretations of compositions by Nat #Adderley, John #Coltrane, Count #Basie / Sammy Nestico, Bob #Mintzer, and more! Guest vocalist, Janine Capaldi, will be there too to provide some lovely singing. #jazz #BigBand #music

The #Strathclyde Regional Bus Strategy aims to improve the bus network in the west of #Scotland, where bus use has been declining. Bus services connect people to essential destinations and play a role in addressing issues like climate change, inequality, and social isolation. SPT is consulting on a draft strategy to enhance bus services, focusing on better #accessibility, frequency, and coverage.

A consultation on the draft strategy is open, with reports and background assessments available for review. The process includes feedback from an Options Appraisal, which will help identify the best operational model for the region’s bus services. The consultation period will end on 29th May 2025.
https://www.spt.co.uk/about-us/what-we-are-doing/regional-transport-strategy/bus-strategy/