Nestrans

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Nestrans (the North East of Scotland Transport Partnership) is a regional transport partnership covering Aberdeen City Council and Aberdeenshire Council. It was a voluntary partnership until it was made statutory by the Scottish Executive in 2006 under the Transport (Scotland) Act 2005.

Its main role is to develop and deliver strategic transport plans across the North East of Scotland. Its responsibilities include setting transport policy concerning buses, rail, roads.

It is responsible for the Aberdeen Rapid Transit scheme.

References

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  3. ↑ "Reinstating rail line between Aberdeen and Ellon 'could cost £381m'". BBC News. 3 November 2017. Archived from the original on 9 November 2017. Retrieved 7 October 2026.
  4. ↑ "Designs for new River Deveron crossing to be showcased". BBC News. 29 September 2026. Retrieved 7 October 2026.
  5. ↑ Boyle, Robbie (10 June 2025). "City's rapid transit scheme cost could hit £323m". BBC News. Archived from the original on 8 July 2025. Retrieved 7 October 2026.