S3W-10483: Concessionary Travel Scheme

To ask the Scottish Executive what the entitlements are in respect of the national concessionary travel scheme for older people.

Answered by Stewart Stevenson (06/03/2008): National Entitlement Cardholders can travel free throughout Scotland on local buses and long distance scheduled coaches, including peak-time services. Eligible residents on Scottish islands are also entitled to two free return (or four single) ferry journeys to the mainland each year.