Current status: Answered by Fiona Hyslop on 26 March 2025
To ask the Scottish Government what measures other than existing patronage numbers are used when considering varying the frequency of rail services on particular routes.
Existing patronage data is the main measure used to determine the necessary frequency on a given line, however various other data sources are consulted to determine the right service level. ScotRail engage with Local Authorities, Regional Transport Partnerships, Housing Developers and the wider Business community to understand current and future markets which may inform varying the frequency of rail services.