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06/01/2009

Plans Underway To Develop Oban As Key Transport Hub

Argyll and Bute Council, in partnership with a number of key transport providers, is keen to ensure that Oban is developed as an integrated transport hub.

Along with its partners, including Caledonian MacBrayne, Scottish Citylink and HITRANS, the Council has commissioned an engineering appraisal which will evaluate options to:
  • First improve the pedestrian routes between bus, train and ferry services/improve parking / ferry mustering area / park and ride
  • develop combined rail, ferry, bus passenger terminal facilities.
  • develop a link road through the ferry terminal to provide drop off zones for buses, taxis etc.


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Councillor Duncan MacIntyre, the Council’s Transportation spokesperson, said: "Oban, with its existing rail, road, ferry and bus connections, is an important gateway to much of the West Highlands and Islands. This study is vital to ensuring that all modes of transport are integrated to provide an improved transport experience for our residents, visitors and businesses."

It is anticipated the appraisal, which will include consultation with key stakeholders, will commence during the month and that the findings of the study will be available in April 2009.

(GK/KMcA)

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