Fort William 2040 (FW2040) projects - Road Improvements: STAG/ STPR2

STPR2 was published in December 2022. The final report included specific reference to Fort William in Recommendation 32. Transport Scotland are now focussing on the mobilisation of resources to shape and deliver the STPR2 recommendations. A delivery plan to progress the recommendations in the report, and an associated prioritisation process to programme all the work across the country, will be undertaken by Transport Scotland. It is intended to publish the delivery plan later this year.

FW2040 Transport Sub-Group
The purpose of the group is broadly to maintain oversight of all FW2040 Masterplan projects which contribute to the theme of making Fort William “A Connected Place”. It will work to facilitate and progress these projects through effective partnership working between relevant delivery organisations. In particular, the group will assist Transport Scotland with their development and delivery of an Integrated Transport Plan for Fort William.
Public Transport Developments

Blar Mhor bus link to new houses via health centre- a planning application has been submitted and HC are currently drafting the necessary documentation for land requirements. The project aiming to be completed by 31/12/23.  Once built, the route will progress onwards through the phase 2 housing site.

Fort William STAG- We commissioned Jacobs to undertake a Scottish Transport Appraisal Guidance (STAG)-based appraisal of bus based options in and around Fort William. Key objectives were to:

• Afford significant priority to buses over other forms of motorised transport
• Improve the punctuality and reliability of bus services
• Aid in increasing bus patronage

The STAG report has been completed and was submitted to Transport Scotland  w/e 14/04/23 for gateway review. Once this review is complete, procurement for the development of an Outline Business Case can commence. 

FW2040 Project Manager

Collaborative work with Transport Scotland, through FW2040 Board and Transport Sub-Group, to assist them in the development of their integrated transport plan for Fort William.

Strategic Transport Projects Review 2 Transport Scotland