That the Parliament notes the Scottish Government’s reported decision to abolish peak rail fares in Scotland; acknowledges what it sees as the ambition to make public transport more affordable and help people with the rising cost of living; considers that initiatives such as the abolition of peak rail fares can encourage more people to switch from cars and opt to use the train; believes that this can help tackle inequalities by making commuting, day trips and access to leisure activities more affordable, and notes the view that passengers in the Maryhill and Springburn constituency should be encouraged to use this opportunity, not only for the daily commute but to see all that Scotland has to offer.
Supported by:
Clare Adamson, Colin Beattie, Maggie Chapman, James Dornan, Jackie Dunbar, Annabelle Ewing, Joe FitzPatrick, Kenneth Gibson, Ross Greer, Emma Harper, Clare Haughey, Bill Kidd, Richard Leonard (Registered interest)
, Fulton MacGregor, Rona Mackay, Ben Macpherson, Paul McLennan, Stuart McMillan, Audrey Nicoll, Emma Roddick, Mark Ruskell, Kevin Stewart, David Torrance, Martin Whitfield