New study aims to promote active travel in city

A study is to analyse the travel options across Inverness involving the city’s railway station.

HITRANS chairman, councillor Allan Henderson says improving access to Inverness Railway Station is vital as it is the main access point for many people travelling to the capital of the Highlands.

He said: “The station is integral to the links between the city centre, the bus station and onward journeys across the region.

“It is imperative that walking and cycling routes are integral to transport network plans and it is hoped that initiatives such as these will encourage people to shift to more sustainable modes of travel.”

More than 1.3million visitors and locals use the railway station each year and it is hoped this work will lead to future investments where more people will continue their journeys on bike and foot and improve connectivity between the station and the rest of the city centre.

HITRANS, the regional transport partnership for the Highlands and Islands, and Highland Council, have appointed engineers to carry out feasibility, design and community engagement/public consultation for the project.

The Provost of Inverness, Helen Carmichael added: “Improvements to the public realm and walking and cycling routes are always very welcome.

“These developments will make it easier for everyone to move around the city and to access a wide range of shops, cafes and local amenities.”