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Simple terms explainer:
Councils have a duty to consider how rail and ferry services fit into their local transport strategies. This means planning for good connections between different types of transport so people can move easily from trains or ferries to buses, cycling routes, or walking paths. Councils work with operators and Transport Scotland to make sure stations and terminals are accessible and linked to local roads and public transport. The goal is to create a joined-up transport network that makes travel simpler and more sustainable.
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Statutory
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Roads and transport
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Organisational
Social determinant of health
Economic stability
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