Transport

An incident between Forsinard and Altnabreac today has led to a disruption to rail services on the far north line.

Traffic Scotland has confirmed that the A9 Brora - Lothbeg (Victoria Road) at Kintradwell is clear.

TRAIN services across the Highlands have been cancelled today due to a day of strike action undertaken by members of train operating companies.

Due to strike action by RMT members of Network Rail, ScotRail is warning customers in the Highlands to expect disruption starting this week.

The Met Office has issued a weather warning for heavy showers and thunderstorms which could cause disruption.

Ferry services between Gills Bay and St Margaret’s Hope are due to resume on Thursday, just over a fortnight after MV Alfred ran aground on Swona.

Jamie Stone has declared that this week's return of a full railway timetable comes "not a moment too soon" for his constituents in the far north.

Speed limits have been introduced on railway lines to protect the infrastructure.

The airport was praised for its customer service during the pandemic.

Travellers will be able to see updated timetables in the coming days.

Roadworks on a section of the A9 trunk route through Sutherland are set to get under way next week with motorists warned of temporary delays.

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The operators of the ferry involved in yesterday's grounding on Swona have confirmed that "some passengers have sustained injuries" in the incident.

The A9 remains blocked at the Slochd as police investigate serious three vehicle crash that put four in hospital and led to a fire.

Pentland Ferries' vessel MV Alfred is reported to have run aground on the island of Swona this afternoon.

Protesters targeted the Kessock Bridge in Inverness as part of a UK-wide demonstration over the impact of high fuel prices.

Police will be looking to stop motorists suspected of drinking and driving.

TRAINS on the Highland Main Line have been cancelled after a freight train came into contact with bridges north of Perth.

A new one-card system making it easier for electric vehicle drivers to connect to Scotland’s charging network is being piloted next week.

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