Islanders will be able to access the lowest fares on the Scottish Government-
Residents on Barra, Coll and Tiree -
The scheme will run for four years.
“This scheme was supported by communities as part of consultation around the contract to operate these flights and I am pleased we can now deliver it for them.”
Cabinet Secretary for Transport, Net Zero and Just Transition, Mairi McAllan said: “We know how important these flights are for island residents, providing vital links to the mainland for work and medical appointments, as well as seeing friends and family.
“This scheme was supported by communities as part of consultation around the contract to operate these flights and I am pleased we can now deliver it for them.
“It will cap fares for island residents and ensure they always have access to the cheapest tickets, even during peak periods for the airline.
“I would encourage all eligible islanders to sign up for a Residents Fare Card to ensure they can access the lowest fares when the scheme takes off later this year.”
Residents fares are capped at £91 for Barra and £81 for Tiree with an annual £2 increase.
The airline operating the service can choose to sell tickets cheaper but cannot charge people with a valid Residents Fare Card more than this.
People without a valid card will be charged the commercial rate for their tickets which might be higher than the capped amount.
Barra residents can download an application form here: www.transport.gov.scot/barra-
‘Cheapest’ air tickets on Barra flights for residents under new scheme
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