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From One Minibus to a Defining Name in Highland Transport: D&E Marks 30 Years with Electric Investment

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Four new electric buses supported by ScotZEB signal next phase in 30-year journey. Thirty years ago, a £1,000 loan and a single minibus were enough to launch what would become the north of Scotland’s largest private hire coach operator. Today, D&E Coaches, owned by Highland Council, operates more than 60 vehicles, employs around 88 staff […]

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A96 dualling - road signs pointing towards Aberdeen and Inverness

Comment: Dualling the A96 – How Much Can We Really Rely On The Latest Scottish Government Announcement?

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By Colin Marr, Chief Executive, Inverness Chamber of Commerce Earlier this week, Transport Secretary Fiona Hyslop announced provisional dates for work on the A96 dualling. She said construction “could” start on the Inshes to Smithton A9/A96 link in 2028/29, and on the Nairn Bypass in 2029/30. Any progress is welcome, but it’s important to put

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