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🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🚍🏆 Lothian’s annual Driver of the Year competition took place at Ingliston on 6 May, with 22 drivers from across the business competing for a place at the #UK finals in September. Challenges included an obstacle course, theory test and road test.

This year’s event also welcomed representatives from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, Scottish Ambulance Service and Police Scotland, giving visitors the chance to meet crews and explore emergency vehicles.

After scores were counted following a barbecue lunch, the winners were announced. Alex Fleming-Ruse of East Coast #Buses took first place, followed by Colin Kelly, also of East Coast Buses, and CK McLeod-Bain of Longstone in third. McLeod-Bain was named overall #Lothian winner, while East Coast Buses won Garage of the Year.

Head of Operations David Cameron praised the professionalism and dedication shown by drivers across the network.
https://www.lothianbuses.com/news/2026/05/lothians-driver-of-the-year-2026-the-results/

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🚍🏆 Lothian’s annual Driver of the Year competition took place at Ingliston on 6 May, with 22 drivers from across the business competing for a place at the #UK finals in September. Challenges included an obstacle course, theory test and road test.

This year’s event also welcomed representatives from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, Scottish Ambulance Service and Police Scotland, giving visitors the chance to meet crews and explore emergency vehicles.

After scores were counted following a barbecue lunch, the winners were announced. Alex Fleming-Ruse of East Coast #Buses took first place, followed by Colin Kelly, also of East Coast Buses, and CK McLeod-Bain of Longstone in third. McLeod-Bain was named overall #Lothian winner, while East Coast Buses won Garage of the Year.

Head of Operations David Cameron praised the professionalism and dedication shown by drivers across the network.
https://www.lothianbuses.com/news/2026/05/lothians-driver-of-the-year-2026-the-results/

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🚍🏆 Lothian’s annual Driver of the Year competition took place at Ingliston on 6 May, with 22 drivers from across the business competing for a place at the #UK finals in September. Challenges included an obstacle course, theory test and road test.

This year’s event also welcomed representatives from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, Scottish Ambulance Service and Police Scotland, giving visitors the chance to meet crews and explore emergency vehicles.

After scores were counted following a barbecue lunch, the winners were announced. Alex Fleming-Ruse of East Coast #Buses took first place, followed by Colin Kelly, also of East Coast Buses, and CK McLeod-Bain of Longstone in third. McLeod-Bain was named overall #Lothian winner, while East Coast Buses won Garage of the Year.

Head of Operations David Cameron praised the professionalism and dedication shown by drivers across the network.
https://www.lothianbuses.com/news/2026/05/lothians-driver-of-the-year-2026-the-results/

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🚍🏆 Lothian’s annual Driver of the Year competition took place at Ingliston on 6 May, with 22 drivers from across the business competing for a place at the #UK finals in September. Challenges included an obstacle course, theory test and road test.

This year’s event also welcomed representatives from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, Scottish Ambulance Service and Police Scotland, giving visitors the chance to meet crews and explore emergency vehicles.

After scores were counted following a barbecue lunch, the winners were announced. Alex Fleming-Ruse of East Coast #Buses took first place, followed by Colin Kelly, also of East Coast Buses, and CK McLeod-Bain of Longstone in third. McLeod-Bain was named overall #Lothian winner, while East Coast Buses won Garage of the Year.

Head of Operations David Cameron praised the professionalism and dedication shown by drivers across the network.
https://www.lothianbuses.com/news/2026/05/lothians-driver-of-the-year-2026-the-results/

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🚍🏆 Lothian’s annual Driver of the Year competition took place at Ingliston on 6 May, with 22 drivers from across the business competing for a place at the #UK finals in September. Challenges included an obstacle course, theory test and road test.

This year’s event also welcomed representatives from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, Scottish Ambulance Service and Police Scotland, giving visitors the chance to meet crews and explore emergency vehicles.

After scores were counted following a barbecue lunch, the winners were announced. Alex Fleming-Ruse of East Coast #Buses took first place, followed by Colin Kelly, also of East Coast Buses, and CK McLeod-Bain of Longstone in third. McLeod-Bain was named overall #Lothian winner, while East Coast Buses won Garage of the Year.

Head of Operations David Cameron praised the professionalism and dedication shown by drivers across the network.
https://www.lothianbuses.com/news/2026/05/lothians-driver-of-the-year-2026-the-results/

Public #transport use in #Edinburgh continues to rise, with more than 130 million bus and tram journeys recorded in 2025, according to #Lothian #Buses and #Edinburgh #rams. Lothian Buses carried 119 million passengers, up 2.6 per cent on 2024, while tram journeys reached a record 12.5 million, an increase of 3.3 per cent. Growth followed a particularly busy year, including major events at Murrayfield Stadium, the Royal Highland Centre and a strong Festival season. The introduction of contactless payments on trams has also enabled daily and weekly fare capping across both networks. Operators said the results reflect staff efforts and continued investment, while the city council highlighted the role of buses and trams in supporting a growing capital in #Scotland.
https://www.lothianbuses.com/news/2026/01/public-transport-use-in-the-capital-continues-to-grow/

#Lothian has been named Best In-House #Marketing Team of the Year at the 2024 Prolific North Marketing Awards. The ceremony, held in Leeds on 24 October, recognised leading creative talent, campaigns and agencies across #Scotland and Northern #England. Competing against nine other finalists, including The Beatles Story and Forbes Solicitors, Lothian’s marketing team was praised for delivering campaigns that position the bus operator as a benchmark for reliable, affordable and accessible transport. Judged by an independent panel featuring senior figures from Formula 1, Kellanova and ITV Studios, the award highlights the team’s creativity and impact. Communications Director Gaynor Marshall said the recognition reflects the team’s talent, dedication and commitment to promoting Lothian’s services and its role within the community.
https://www.lothianbuses.com/news/2025/10/lothian-named-best-in-house-marketing-team-of-the-year/

#Lothian has launched a Youth Engagement and Inclusion Strategy aimed at building stronger relationships with young people across its network. Centred on two pillars – engage and educate – the strategy seeks to encourage mutual respect, foster understanding, and highlight the role of Lothian staff as community champions. With the success of the Young Persons Free Bus Travel Scheme for under-22s, Lothian hopes to deepen the connection between young passengers and its team. Initiatives like school visits, 'Try a Bus' events, and community volunteering will be expanded, alongside partnerships with groups such as Young #Scot, Police #Scotland, and Edinburgh South. The goal is to empower young people, boost travel confidence, and promote inclusive, accessible public #transport. The strategy reflects a commitment to youth wellbeing, opportunity and active participation in shaping services.
https://www.lothianbuses.com/news/2025/10/lothian-launches-youth-engagement-and-inclusion-strategy/

September equinox in #Scotland

#Bathgate #Livingston #Lothian #nature

September equinox in #Scotland

#Bathgate #Livingston #Lothian #nature

September equinox in #Scotland

#Bathgate #Livingston #Lothian #nature

September equinox in #Scotland

#Bathgate #Livingston #Lothian #nature

September equinox in #Scotland

#Bathgate #Livingston #Lothian #nature

#Lothian #Buses has launched a specially designed double-decker to support its 2025–26 Charity of Choice, Age #Scotland. The partnership aims to raise awareness of loneliness among older people across Edinburgh and the Lothians.

The eye-catching bus, created by Age Scotland and Lothian’s design team, will be seen across the region for two years, sharing details of the charity’s free national helpline. In 2024, the helpline received 30,000 calls covering topics such as benefits, social care, and housing.

The launch welcomed service users from North #Edinburgh Dementia Care, offering them a first look at the bus and the chance to meet the Lothian team.

Lothian’s Gaynor Marshall said the bus offers more than transport – it helps connect people and communities. Age Scotland’s Katherine Crawford said the initiative will raise awareness of support services and local groups that help older people stay connected.

Bus number 465 is now in service on Route 14.
https://www.lothianbuses.com/news/2025/05/lothian-and-age-scotland-provide-connection-through-charity-bus-design/

#Labour's Rachel #Reeves refuses to speak to Scottish #newspapers during visit to Scotland

Chancellor’s sleekit visit to #whisky #distillery in East #Lothian lasted long enough to take a lengthy tour but simply not long enough for her to spare even a moment for #Scotland’s print #press.

An invite had been sent around to an extremely select few newspapers late on Tuesday night, but it was swiftly rescinded on Wednesday morning.

https://www.thenational.scot/news/25146130.rachel-reeves-ignores-scottish-newspapers-visit-scotland/

#DemocracyNow #Indy2

From Sunday 6 April 2025, Lothian’s services in #Edinburgh, #Scotland (#Lothian #Buses, Lothian Country, and East Coast Buses) will see a fare revision for the first time in two years due to rising operational costs. The TapTapCap Pay-As-You-Go product will continue to offer discounted fares, with the City DAY cap reduced to £5.00, while Skylink 200 and 400 will be renamed Services 17 and 18, with regular city fares applied, including for airport travel. There will be no change to Airlink fares, and further ticketing harmonisation will occur across East and West Lothian. Revised fares include an increase for Adult Singles (Lothian Buses) from £2.00 to £2.20, the Adult DAYTicket (Lothian Buses) at £4.80 with TapTapCap, and Adult Ridacards (1 Week) rising from £22.00 to £24.50. Lothian Country and East Coast Buses will also see similar increases in fares.
https://www.lothianbuses.com/news/2025/03/fares-revision-2025/

#Edinburgh, #Scotland: Modern #Apprenticeship opportunities at #Lothian

Applications open for Modern Apprentice roles across our business

New opportunities across a range of disciplines including Human Resources, Data Analysis, Commercial and #Engineering.
https://www.lothianbuses.com/news/2024/06/modern-apprenticeship-opportunities-at-lothian/

#Scotland: #Lothian receives #autism friendly award for work in #accessibility

Lothian’s efforts in making bus services accessible for autistic people has been recognised by the UK’s leading charity for autistic people.
https://www.lothianbuses.com/news/2024/06/lothian-receives-autism-friendly-award-for-work-in-accessibility/

#Scotland: #Lothian announces cheaper fares and new routes for west #Edinburgh'

These changes have been made possible by successful and sustained customer growth on our Lothian Country network'
https://www.lothianbuses.com/news/2024/06/lothian-announces-cheaper-fares-and-new-routes-for-west-edinburgh/
#buses #transport #travel

Blackness Castle

Blackness Castle stands proudly on the banks of the Forth, in the quaint village of Blackness.

This sombre, charcoal-coloured edifice carries a rich history with it. Originally, it belonged to the Black Douglas, but King James II of Scotland wrested it from that family's grasp. It remained under the dominion of the royal family for almost two centuries and then transformed into the State Prison for Scotland ...

http://www.fhithich.uk/?p=33506

#Lothian #Scotland

#Scotland: #Lothian Country FAQs
Customer queries about West Lothian bus network changes

We’ve compiled frequently asked questions in response to some of the customer queries we’ve been receiving around services in West Lothian.
https://www.lothianbuses.com/news/2023/10/lothian-country-faqs/

#Scotland: #Lothian Country announces plans for two new bus routes in West Lothian

Changes to Lothian Country network from Sunday 3 December 2023
https://www.lothianbuses.com/news/2023/10/w_l_l_c/

#Trans #SNP #candidate gives powerful #response after #public #misgendering by #antitrans #Extremists.

#AmberRoberts was #targeted by the #Hategroup #ForWomenScotland after she #won a place on an #allwomenshortlist for the #SNPNEC, the #party’s #rulingbody, in #Lothian.

#Women #Transgender #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #UK #Scotland #TERFS #Hate #Bigotry #Transphobia #TERFIsland

https://www.thepinknews.com/2023/10/05/amber-roberts-trans-snp-for-women-scotland/

#Trans #SNP #candidate gives powerful #response after #public #misgendering by #antitrans #Extremists.

#AmberRoberts was #targeted by the #Hategroup #ForWomenScotland after she #won a place on an #allwomenshortlist for the #SNPNEC, the #party’s #rulingbody, in #Lothian.

#Women #Transgender #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #UK #Scotland #TERFS #Hate #Bigotry #Transphobia #TERFIsland

https://www.thepinknews.com/2023/10/05/amber-roberts-trans-snp-for-women-scotland/

#Trans #SNP #candidate gives powerful #response after #public #misgendering by #antitrans #Extremists.

#AmberRoberts was #targeted by the #Hategroup #ForWomenScotland after she #won a place on an #allwomenshortlist for the #SNPNEC, the #party’s #rulingbody, in #Lothian.

#Women #Transgender #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #UK #Scotland #TERFS #Hate #Bigotry #Transphobia #TERFIsland

https://www.thepinknews.com/2023/10/05/amber-roberts-trans-snp-for-women-scotland/

#Trans #SNP #candidate gives powerful #response after #public #misgendering by #antitrans #Extremists.

#AmberRoberts was #targeted by the #Hategroup #ForWomenScotland after she #won a place on an #allwomenshortlist for the #SNPNEC, the #party’s #rulingbody, in #Lothian.

#Women #Transgender #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA #UK #Scotland #TERFS #Hate #Bigotry #Transphobia #TERFIsland

https://www.thepinknews.com/2023/10/05/amber-roberts-trans-snp-for-women-scotland/

Walked 20km over the Pentland Hills to the Scottish Borders only to find the Allan Ramsay had closed down ☹
Still, the trek through the regional park is very much it's own reward.

#walking #scotland #lothian #pentlands