New bus orders for Alexander Dennis

Falkirk bus manufacturer Alexander Dennis has received orders for more than 100 zero-emission vehicles.

It's through a new Scottish Government scheme.

Ministers have previously funded a furlough scheme for staff at the site - after the company announced 400 jobs were at risk.

Transport secretary Fiona Hyslop said: “This final investment of £45 million from the Scottish Government through ScotZEB3 signals our commitment to a zero-emission future for Scotland’s bus sector.

“Since 2020, we have invested over £154 million in zero-emission buses and infrastructure. This additional £45 million will support the ambition and leadership of operators that seek to decarbonise their operations as quickly as possible.

“It also helps ensure that the bus sector can access the benefits of Scotland’s investment in secure, renewable sources of electricity.

“With every £1 of public funding leveraging over £2.50 of private investment, ScotZEB3 has demonstrated that Government and industry can work together to deliver transformative climate action.

“The programme is not only reducing emissions – it’s supporting jobs and our economy, connecting communities across Scotland and improving the experience for passengers across the country.”