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A writer for my website & ⦵ #London #Transport #TFL, #ElectricVehicle #EV & #Hydrogen enthusiast. Public Transport is the veins of the economy 🚏🚌🚐🚋🚃🚄🚇 Views are my own https://clondoner92.blogspot.com/
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CLondoner92 @clondoner92.bsky.social · 4m
Transport for London Freedom of Information release:
1973 Tube Stock from the Piccadilly line won’t transfer to the Bakerloo line due to compatibility issues. They’ll be decommissioned as new trains arrive, with parts reused and materials recycled.
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CLondoner92 @clondoner92.bsky.social · 8m
#Transport for #London Freedom of Information release:
#TfL has no set distance for bus lane PCNs. Decisions are based on discretion, not fixed rules. Stats on exemptions or challenges aren’t tracked, and reviewing past cases would exceed FOI limits.
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The image is a flowchart titled "Potential Offence Test", with a black circular symbol in the top-right corner. It outlines a series of questions and pathways used to assess actions related to a potential bus lane offence. At the centre is a box labelled "Main Criteria Test", listing questions concerning the operation and use of a bus lane. Arrows lead from each question along “Yes” or “No” routes, guiding the user to outcomes such as “Take no action” or “Proceed to the Minor Infringement Test.” On the left-hand side, “Yes” and “No” boxes alternate, directing users through different branches. The flowchart is vertically arranged, with a structured, logical layout. The image is a flowchart titled "Minor Infringement Test for Bus Lanes", providing a decision-making guide for when a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) may be appropriate. It begins with a question box asking “Is the contravention minor?” followed by a decision box: “Did the vehicle travel less than 20 metres in the bus lane?” with “Yes” or “No” options. A “No” answer leads to further checks, such as whether the vehicle was “simply straddling the bus lane”, or if it was forced into the lane due to other circumstances. The outcome may be either “Issue PCN” or “Consider cancelling EP.” “Yes” and “No” answers are highlighted in red and bold. A small note at the bottom defines what is considered a minor contravention. This image shows a flowchart titled "Guidelines on Straddling", which outlines procedures for handling vehicles observed within bus lanes. A circular emblem appears in the top-right corner. The flow begins with the question “Is the vehicle fully in the bus lane?” leading to different paths based on “Yes” or “No” responses. If “Yes,” the instruction is to “Log the incident as normal.” If “No,” the next step asks “Is more than half the vehicle in the bus lane?” A “Yes” response leads to assessing whether the vehicle travelled more than 20 metres. Depending on the answers, outcomes include “Record incident with detailed comments” or “Consider if vehicle was obstructed.” The decision boxes are linked by arrows, and actions such as “Ignore the incident” appear in red. Additional notes at the bottom highlight the need to review and provide comments before issuing a penalty.
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CLondoner92 @clondoner92.bsky.social · 1h
I did a quick search for the Great Northern devolution business case but couldn’t find it straight away, so I suggest submitting a Freedom of Information (FOI) request to TfL to obtain the document.
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CLondoner92 @clondoner92.bsky.social · 2h
Citybus in Hong Kong rolls out a new monthly salary contract for Bus Captains from Nov 2025, offering fixed pay, benefits, family ride passes, and annual bonuses—supporting stable careers while keeping flexible work options for better work-life balance.
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A press release from Citybus, dated 9 October 2025, announcing a new “Monthly Salary Bus Captain Contract” launching on 1 November 2025. The contract offers Bus Captains a fixed monthly salary (up to HK$20,000), overtime pay, enhanced medical benefits, family free-ride passes (up to 5), and improved work-life balance options. Existing staff are encouraged to transition. The programme aims to attract and retain talent amid a changing labour market, with incentives such as yearly bonuses, salary increments, and various roster choices including a “3 days on, 2 days off” model. The release highlights Citybus's commitment to stability, welfare, and service excellence. The image is a promotional illustration for Citybus, featuring three anime-style characters dressed in bus captain uniforms. Two of them—a man and a woman—are standing beside a Citybus and waving, while another man is seated in the driver’s seat. The uniforms are blue with red and yellow accents, matching the Citybus logo displayed on the bus in the background and on the characters’ badges. A city skyline and a clear blue sky serve as the backdrop. Various text sections in Chinese outline a new salary scheme for bus captains, accompanied by tick marks for emphasis. A QR code and contact details appear at the bottom.
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CLondoner92 @clondoner92.bsky.social · 2h
Xelabus adds 5 more Enviro400s, growing its high-capacity fleet to 18. The PSVAR-compliant buses support school, college, and rail work, marking 15 years of Xelabus with continued investment in staff and reliable vehicles.
www.alexander-dennis.com/xelabus-grow...
Four men stand in front of two green Alexander Dennis Enviro400 double-decker buses inside a well-lit indoor depot. The buses, marked with registration plates YX75 KVH and YX75 KVJ, are lined up side by side, ready for service.
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CLondoner92 @clondoner92.bsky.social · 2h
c2c now sees over 80% of pre-2020 travel levels, driven by flexible tickets and PAYG contactless, launched network-wide in Feb 2025. Over 1 million taps have been recorded, with 60,000 extra each week, reflecting changing commuter habits.
www.c2c-online.co.uk/media-centre...
c2c sees strong return to commuting | Trains to/from London, Southend & Essex with c2c Rail
For trains to and from London, Southend and elsewhere in Essex, plus timetables, ticket sales, information and events and offers, visit c2c-online.co.uk
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CLondoner92 @clondoner92.bsky.social · 2h
Arriva has acquired RTS Infrastructure, expanding into rail construction and depot services. The deal boosts its UK presence, adds new capabilities, and supports growth, with all staff retained and operations continuing as normal.
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Arriva Group acquires RTS Infrastructure to enhance its UK rail portfolio
The deal includes RTS’s train maintenance and depot business as well as its design and build rail infrastructure construction business. Growth and diversification of Arriva’s rail portfolio of busines...
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CLondoner92 @clondoner92.bsky.social · 7h
Highlights of the agenda reports pack (including the Commissioner's Report) for the 15 October 2025 #Transport for #London Board meeting:
New DLR trains, Piccadilly trains due 2026, 2,500 zero-emission buses, Bakerloop BL1 launched, & Superloop expansion.
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A high-resolution photograph of the interior of a fully refurbished Central Line train carriage on the London Underground. The train is well-lit, clean, and empty, showing the new blue and grey patterned seating, modern handrails, and a wide perspective down the carriage. The image captures the modernised environment typical of the extensive upgrade and renewal programme for the Central Line, celebrating its 125th anniversary. A page from the Transport for London (TfL) Commissioner's Report showing updates on bus services, including the new Bakerloop BL1 Superloop route, which runs between Waterloo and Lewisham. A photo features Mayor Sadiq Khan and TfL representatives standing in front of a branded Bakerloop bus. Highlighted in the report are the refurbishment of 735 New Routemaster buses, the introduction of new electric double-deck buses on route SL5, and a milestone of over 2,500 zero-emission buses now in the fleet. The page also mentions ongoing Superloop consultations, with several new routes confirmed or proposed. The image shows a page from a report with a structured, multi-column layout containing text and section headings. On the left side, a sidebar titled "Page 54" runs vertically and lists topics such as "Car Free Day," "This is Oxford Street Week," and other updates. The central and right sections feature content under headings including "Major projects," "Piccadilly Line upgrade," and "DLR." A blue box on the right displays the number "1,444", referring to responses received for a consultation on the proposed DLR extension. The page also outlines progress on projects such as the DLR to Thamesmead extension, improvements at Gallows Corner, and the Connected London programme. Each section provides details on current initiatives, planned works, and upgrades across transport and infrastructure. The image is a slide presenting financial data. On the left, a blue section titled "Our progress" outlines financial performance, noting a 3% increase in total revenue and a 4% rise in passenger income compared to the previous year. Advertising revenue is up by 12%, and the text highlights ongoing efforts to offset inflation through a savings programme. On the right, two bar charts illustrate financial trends. The first, titled "Grow and diversify our revenue", shows income in millions of pounds from 2021/22 through to the 2025/26 budget, broken down into revenue grants, road and tunnel income, other operating income, and passenger income. The second chart, "Deliver recurring cost savings", compares like-for-like costs in billions of pounds over the same period, showing both nominal and real terms. A horizontal note clarifies that extraordinary government funding is excluded from the figures. At the bottom of the page is the phrase “A strong, green heartbeat for London”, with a white logo in the bottom-right corner.
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CLondoner92 @clondoner92.bsky.social · 17h
The Impact of Withdrawing Paper One Day Bus & Tram Passes in London: The Importance of Alternative Ticketing Methods
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The Impact of Withdrawing Paper One Day Bus & Tram Passes in London: The Importance of Alternative Ticketing Methods
TfL has withdrawn paper One Day Bus & Tram Passes, highlighting the need for accessible alternative payment options for all passengers.
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CLondoner92 @clondoner92.bsky.social · 21h
XRM was a 1970s concept proposed as a Routemaster successor for London Transport, aiming to improve access and layout. It evolved over time. The 1999 Q-Master updated the idea with a lighter frame and improved fuel use, but the project didn’t advance due to lack of funding and support.
A collection of images and drawings relating to the XRM (Experimental Routemaster) bus. The top section shows two black and white archival photographs of an early, four-axle mock-up bus (OPC) from 1968, designed for centre-door boarding. Below this are two photographs of a model of a Four-Axle Power-Saving Bus in red London Transport livery, with a distinctive offside grille, displayed at the 1977 British Genius Exhibition. The middle section contains technical drawings from the late 1970s, showing the front, side, and rear elevation views of the XRM's design, including its four axles. At the bottom is a photograph of a white XRM model concept with a 'NESCAFÉ' advertisement banner, featuring eight wheels and a low floor. The page features four distinct line drawings illustrating the evolution of the XRM (Experimental Routemaster) double-decker bus and its variants. The initial design, shown top-left, features a pioneering low-floor concept and has four axles, while the top-right drawing displays the 9.5-metre variant with a two-staircase layout and separate front and rear doors to enhance passenger flow. The design then evolved into a more conventional model, depicted bottom-left, which featured a single centre door for single-stream boarding and simplified pillar spacing. Finally, the bottom-right image shows the smaller 8.75-metre variant, which offered reduced capacity but improved passenger safety by incorporating revised folding doors that were later replaced with two-piece doors. A technical drawing and illustrations of the Q-Master (QRM) double-decker bus by Colin Curtis. The image shows two side-profile illustrations of a red, modern, flat-floor double-decker bus with a high, squared-off front. Below this, there is a detailed mechanical cross-section drawing. This diagram illustrates the mid-mounted engine beneath the stairs, the gearbox, the flat floor, independent suspension, and the radiator and battery placement.
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CLondoner92 @clondoner92.bsky.social · 23h
Aberdeen driver Michele Elliot won two national awards for her mental health work and career in transport. First Bus colleague Tony McEwan was also honoured for championing inclusivity. Both were praised as role models by First Bus Scotland.
news.firstbus.co.uk/news/aberdee...
Aberdeen bus driver named Woman of the Year by influential industry group | First Bus UK News
First Bus Scotland driver receives two awards for her achievements Male colleague in Glasgow recognised for allyship to empower women
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CLondoner92 @clondoner92.bsky.social · 23h
Crosskeys Coaches has added an Alexander Dennis Enviro200 bus for ferry shuttles at Dover. It seats 40, handles ramps with ease, and includes full accessibility features. It’s also suitable for use on local routes when required.
www.alexander-dennis.com/crosskeys-co...
Crosskeys Coaches invests in Alexander Dennis Enviro200 for Dover ferry shuttle | Alexander Dennis
Alexander Dennis, a subsidiary of NFI Group Inc., a leader in propulsion-agnostic bus and coach mobility solutions, today announced that it has delivered a new Enviro200 single deck bus to Kent indepe...
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CLondoner92 @clondoner92.bsky.social · 1d
Transport for London’s Programmes and Investment Committee agenda for 8 October 2025 covers £959m in upgrades, Piccadilly line delays, a new DLR train now in service, 92 New Routemasters due for refurbishment, and over 2,000 zero-emission buses.
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The image shows a table from a document labelled "Page 14", displaying meeting minutes. It’s split into two parts: the top covers new business, the bottom shows actions from previous meetings. Columns include "Minute No.", "Item/Description", "Action By", "Target Date", and "Status Note". The top section lists two items. First, dated 28/07/25, concerns the "Piccadilly Line Upgrade Programme – Stage 1: Air Conditioning System", led by Stuart Harvey, with a September 2025 target. A written update was issued on 29 September. Second, dated 31/07/25, covers “Forthcoming Key Procurement Activities: Responsible Procurement Update”, assigned to Heather McStay, with a target of October 2025. A verbal update is pending. The bottom section, "Actions from previous meetings", includes a completed item from 07/03/25 (IIPAG report) and another from 65/12/24 on a Bakerloo line depot visit, scheduled for March 2026. The image shows a document titled "Agenda Item 6" from the Programmes and Investment Committee, dated 8 October 2025. It’s the Investment Programme Report for Quarter 1, 2025/26. The report is organised into three sections: Summary, Recommendation, and Background. The Summary outlines the purpose of the report and updates on the Capital Investment Programme. The Recommendation section asks the Committee to note the report and exempt supplementary information. The Background provides updates on progress across major projects, rail and station upgrades, and safe and healthy streets. The Transport for London logo appears at the top right, along with the slogan "EVERY JOURNEY MATTERS". The page ends with “Page 23” at the bottom. The image shows a train at Earls Court Underground station. The platform is curved, with beige and brown tiles. Overhead, arched ceilings with exposed beams and lights cast a soft glow across the area. On the right-hand side of the image is a new Piccadilly line train in red, white, and blue, with a rounded glass front. An advert appears on the wall above the track, showing a person next to a slogan. The platform is empty, and a yellow safety line runs near the edge. The setting is clean and modern, capturing the contrast between the traditional station architecture and the sleek new train design. The image displays a table showing 2024/25 budget allocations, spending, and outputs for several transport sub-programmes. Columns include "Sub-programme", "Allocations April 2024 (£m)", "2024/25 Actual spend (£m)", "2024/25 expected output", and "2024/25 actual output". For "Cycle Hire", £5.0m was allocated and £4.8m spent, achieving all e-bike replacements and docking station work. The "New Routemaster Refurbishment" had £1.2m allocated and £1.4m spent, with all 51 buses refurbished. The "Cable Car" programme spent £0.6m of £0.8m, completing CCTV feasibility, ship impact protection, and ventilation system work. The "Staff Welfare" programme refurbished 21 staff facilities as planned, using £0.6m.
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CLondoner92 @clondoner92.bsky.social · 1d
Ireland’s 2026 Budget invests €940m in public transport, boosting PSO services, expanding bus and rail links, and funding key projects like MetroLink and DART+. The focus is on sustainability, accessibility, rural connectivity, and affordable fares.
www.gov.ie/en/departmen...
Budget 2026: Significant investment supporting the resilience of our transport network
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CLondoner92 @clondoner92.bsky.social · 1d
The New Routemaster, designed by Heatherwick Studio and built by Wrightbus, cost Transport for London around £350 million for 1,000 vehicles.

I’d like to see a better-designed electric bus, particularly to improve accessibility, especially with two wheelchair spaces.
heatherwick.com/project/new-...
A six-step design evolution diagram of a New Routemaster bus. Top row: A basic box shape; rounded edges are added; then further softened into a smooth, curved form. Bottom row: Windows and roof details are drawn in; then the front window is angled back; finally, a sweeping curve joins the top front to the rear, creating a more streamlined, aerodynamic shape. Two diagrams showing the interior layout and movement flow of a New Routemaster bus. The top-down plan view highlights multiple entry points and passenger circulation with red arrows. The lower perspective shows a cutaway of the bus with three staircases: front, middle, and rear. People are seen entering from different doors and moving between levels via the stairs, illustrating improved internal flow and accessibility. Two cutaway renderings of a red double-decker London bus, showing the interior layout. The top image displays the upper deck with forward-facing seats and staircases at the front and rear. The lower image shows the lower deck, including the driver’s cabin, designated wheelchair space, seating areas, and all three staircases—front, middle, and rear—highlighted with yellow and red details. Route number 38 to Victoria is displayed on both levels. A technical cross-section diagram of a bus interior shows two rows of facing seats, with the carriage split down the middle by a dashed centre line. The seats are plain grey, and feature yellow grab rails fixed to the seat backs and floor. Two recessed, red-dot light fixtures are visible in the arched ceiling, each casting a broad cone of warm yellow light downwards onto the seating area, illustrating a modern, minimalist lighting design.
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Metropolitan Transportation Authority @mta.info · 1d
This year, MTA Arts & Design is celebrating 40 years of delivering transformative art experiences across the MTA system.

Since 1985, the artworks produced by Arts & Design have been a visible expression of MTA’s commitment to enhancing stations and trains for our riders.
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CLondoner92 @clondoner92.bsky.social · 1d
Transport for London Reveals Costs of Using Social Media Influencers to Raise Awareness and Promote Its Services
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Transport for London Reveals Costs of Using Social Media Influencers to Raise Awareness and Promote Its Services
TfL reveals spending on social media influencers to raise awareness and promote public transport, highlighting cost and content strategies.
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CLondoner92 @clondoner92.bsky.social · 2d
Nexus Tyne and Wear Metro drivers watched old trains being dismantled, marking an emotional goodbye to the 45-year-old fleet. 35 carriages have been scrapped so far, making way for modern Stadler trains set to transform the network by 2026.
www.nexus.org.uk/news/item/me...
Metro drivers get emotional as they watch train undergo breakage work | nexus.org.uk
Metro drivers have had the emotional experience of seeing their decommissioned trains undergo breakage work.  They were invited to the specialist yard in County Durham where the carriages are being ta...
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CLondoner92 @clondoner92.bsky.social · 2d
Govia Thameslink Railway and Siemens have upgraded all Class 717 trains with the latest ETCS digital signalling. Now running on the Northern City Line, the system boosts reliability, cuts emissions, and supports future upgrades across the UK.
www.mynewsdesk.com/uk/govia-tha...
GTR and Siemens Mobility update entire 717 fleet to updated version of ETCS
Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR), with Siemens Mobility, has updated its entire fleet of 25 Class 717 Great Northern trains to run in passenger service using...
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CLondoner92 @clondoner92.bsky.social · 2d
South Western Railway has opened a reflective garden at Brookwood Cemetery to honour lost railway colleagues and the historic London Necropolis Railway. Part of Railway 200, it offers a peaceful space for remembrance and a lasting legacy.
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Brookwood reflective garden
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CLondoner92 @clondoner92.bsky.social · 2d
Over 26,000 young people have signed up for Wales’ £1 bus fare scheme. From 3 Nov, 5–15s will also benefit. The move supports access to work, education, and leisure while encouraging greener, cheaper travel across Wales.
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Record number of young people sign-up for cheaper bus fares | GOV.WALES
A record number of young people are taking full advantage of the new £1 bus fare scheme by signing up for a free mytravelpass.
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CLondoner92 @clondoner92.bsky.social · 2d
This reminds me of a huge advertising board at London Euston rail station that confused passengers. It was switched off, but the following month, it was turned back on with live departure information.
www.networkrailmediacentre.co.uk/news/new-use...
www.londontravelwatch.org.uk/news/euston-...
Live travel information to be displayed on Euston advertisement screen after passenger feedback
Network Rail will switch its screen back on as part of a trial to provide clearer and more visible travel updates for passengers.
www.networkrailmediacentre.co.uk
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CLondoner92 @clondoner92.bsky.social · 2d
TfGM said in an FOI request on WhatDoTheyKnow that 2- or 3-door buses aren’t being pursued due to bus station infrastructure issues.
www.whatdotheyknow.com/request/2024...
This is why I suggest a common bus specification for London and other franchised areas.
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A question and answer text regarding dual-door buses on the Bee Network. The question asks if there are plans to introduce dual-door buses similar to those in London and Ireland, and whether documents can be published about such plans. The response states that there are no current plans for centre door designs on Bee Network vehicles, as Greater Manchester’s infrastructure does not support it and most interchanges cannot accommodate centre door alighting. A section of a vehicle specification document titled "2.3 Doors". It outlines that all vehicles must have a single door system and lists specific requirements, including: equal width two-leaf door closure, inward glider type doors with full-depth glass, header panels to prevent finger ingress, handrails at doors (excluding emergency exits), emergency door controls that are disabled above 5kph, and a restriction that more than one entry/exit door system is not acceptable.
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CLondoner92 @clondoner92.bsky.social · 2d
Greater Anglia marks Car Free Day by sharing new data on its low-emission trains. With up to 68% fewer CO₂ emissions than cars, rail is a cleaner choice. The operator urges travellers to go green and explore its updated Green Hub for more.
www.greateranglia.co.uk/about-us/new...
Greater Anglia highlights carbon savings from new trains on Car Free Day 2025
Published on: Monday, 6 October 2025 Last updated: Monday, 6 October 2025
www.greateranglia.co.uk
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CLondoner92 @clondoner92.bsky.social · 3d
ScotRail’s £50 Family Pass offers 7 days of unlimited train travel for up to 2 adults and 4 kids across Scotland this October. Valid from 13–20 Oct, it’s a cost-effective, green way to explore the country during the school holidays.
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ScotRail launches Family Pass for October holidays
ScotRail is making family travel more affordable this October with the launch of a new Family Pass, offering one-week of unlimited train travel across Scotland.
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