UK: Fuel costs hit remote transport

Transport services in rural areas are feeling the effects of ever-rising fuel prices, it has been warned.

Tory MSP John Lamont said rural bus routes were in doubt, with the news of higher fuel bills forcing one Jeburgh firm to end its council contract.


In addition, Orkney Council members are due to agree a fuel surcharge of about 25p for ferry passenger tickets.

The question of petrol and diesel costs is due to be raised in a members’ debate at Holyrood on Wednesday.

BBC