Active Travel Transformation Fund
In December 2022, Transport Scotland launched the Active Travel Transformation Fund (ATTF) to trial a new approach to delivery. Informed by feedback and analysis through the Transformation Project, the ATTF provided investment directly to successful applicants (LAs, RTPs and NPAs) to support the implementation of ambitious construction-ready infrastructure projects throughout Scotland.
The Fund was developed to deliver new infrastructure at pace and scale, testing and putting into practice a new delivery model from 2024-25. Projects are assessed using a number of criteria including deliverability and potential for modal shift.
In 2023-24, ATTF funding supported the implementation of new and improved cycle paths, shared surfaces, footway/pavement improvements, and pedestrian/cycle crossings across Scotland, and delivered six projects above £1m.
|
Year |
Investment |
New infrastructure length |
Upgraded infrastructure length |
Projects supported |
Partners supported |
Average construction cost |
|
2023-24 |
£19.5 million |
20km |
6km |
41 |
14 LAs, 2 RTPs |
£580k |
Case Study: Beauly to Inverness (Highland)
Highland Council received £600k through the ATTF to create this 800m long new walking, wheeling and cycling route. This project extends the existing route from Lovat Bridge, linking from Dunballoch and Cabrich up to the junction to the A833. The new path provides a safe, segregated and comfortable option for those walking, wheeling and cycling, and is a vital part of a longer term plan to create a fully segregated link between Beauly and Inverness.
