New Year bus service

Hogmanay revellers in West Lothian can enjoy safe travel home in the wee small hours thanks to Lothian Buses.

Lothian will be running the special services from midnight until 4am on the morning of January 1.

An exclusive Hogmanay Ticket will be introduced for these special services. This ticket will offer unlimited travel on buses from 6pm on December 31 to 4am on January 1 and will be priced either £5 or £10 depending on journey length.

Richard Hall, managing director for Lothian, said: “We are delighted to be providing safe and reliable travel for our customers again on Hogmanay. It is a particularly busy time in the city and our services will offer customers piece of mind as they aim to get home after the celebrations. As always we would take this opportunity to remind customers to plan their travel in advance using our website or app.

“Following customer feedback last year, I am also happy to announce that we will accept Ridacards on these special services. On behalf of everyone at Lothian, I wish all our colleagues and customers a great festive season.”

Transport and Environment convener, Councillor Lesley

Macinnes, said:“This is a particularly exciting and festive time of year and I’m sure lots of people are looking forward to celebrating Hogmanay in the magical setting of Edinburgh’s historic city centre. Just as important as the festivities is making sure everyone gets home safely and easily at the end of the night so it’s good news that Lothian are providing special bus services throughout the night.”

The Hogmanay Ticket on Lothian services will be priced at £5 and on EastCoastbuses and Lothiancountry either £5 or £10 depending on journey length.