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Reforming Network Support Grant

Network Support Grant (NSG) is essential funding for Scotland's Community Transport sector.

More than 1 in 3 Community Transport operators here claim NSG, the successor to the Bus Services Operators' Grant (BSOG).

According to Transport Scotland, NSG is a 'discretionary grant available to both commercial and community bus operators to support Scotland’s bus network and keep fares more affordable than would otherwise be the case'.

CTA Leads Coalition Calling for More Plugged-In Communities

CTA has assembled a diverse coalition of influential organisations to call on the Scottish Government to invest further in Community Transport's transition to zero-emission fleets.

The Plugged-In Communities Grant Fund has invested more than £3.92 million over the past three years to enable 43 Community Transport operators across Scotland to replace their ageing, polluting vehicles with 52 new, modern Electric Vehicles (EVs), which are cheaper and greener to run.

Brecon Dial-A-Ride on Supporting Deaf and Hard of Hearing Passengers

This year’s NHS Deaf Awareness Week runs from 6th – 12th May. The aim of Deaf Awareness Week is to promote greater awareness and understanding of the challenges faced by the Deaf community, to break down the communication barriers that prevent Deaf people from fully participating in society.

Many CTA Members across the UK offer services to passengers who are deaf or hearing-impaired. One of which is Brecon Dial-A-Ride, based in Wales.

CTWeek24 - How to get involved!

 

From 14-18 October 2024, communities across the UK will celebrate CTWeek24, highlighting the vital work of the Community Transport sector. Inspired by our Manifesto, this year’s theme, Celebrating Community Solutions, spotlights the impact of accessible, inclusive, and affordable transport in strengthening community bonds.

Scotland Conference 2024: Funding Summit

Costs are going up and up. Giving is down. Grants are being cut. Contracts are being squeezed. Our future is on the line.

After 15 years of government austerity, economic stagnation and financial instability, more lifeline Community Transport services are under threat than at any time in living memory. Meanwhile, the need is only growing.

With the crisis deepening, and a UK General Election on the horizon, CTA’s Scotland Conference 2024 will ask:

Climate Action in Scotland

Climate Action in Scotland

We know that the Community Transport sector is committed to community-led climate action and delivering for people and planet. That’s why it’s a major priority for us too.

The aim of our Climate Action programme is to create, deliver and lobby for advice, information, investment, resources and support to CTA members across Scotland which will help you to: