Bus service to continue after trial

A new bus service serving parts of the Tay Bridgehead is likely to continue for the foreseeable future after a trial proved popular.

Moffat & Williamson will keep running its 77B service which was introduced in August following a public outcry.

The pilot scheme followed the withdrawal of a service by Stagecoach in July. Moffat & Williamson stepped in after a well-attended public meeting in Newport.

Another new Moffat & Williamson service, the number 69, has recently been introduced and will serve Cupar, Daisie, Balmullo, St Michaels, Rathillet, Kilmany, Gauldry, Wormit, Newport and Tayport.

Local Liberal Democrat councillors Jonny Tepp and Tim Brett have welcomed the firm’s commitment to the area.

Mr Tepp said: “After our campaigning this is welcomed news, and will be a relief for those who live on the steep braes in Newport and Wormit and rely on these important transport links to get to healthcare appointments in Newport or for the amenities of Dundee.

“The strength of feeling in the community was evident from the support for a Liberal Democrat petition and that more than 100 people came to the public meeting.

“A significant number of elderly residents rely on the 77B bus links and I’m particularly pleased for them we’ve been able to maintain the service.”