The Scottish Government's Strategic Transport Projects Review (STPR2) has recommended a review of integration and accessibility at ferry terminals.iiiScottish Government (2022). STPR2 Final Summary Report
In Scotland, it was said that the single track road networks on smaller islands often cannot not cope with amount of traffic disembarking from larger vessels.iiNet Zero, Energy and Transport Committee, Official Report, 8 November 2022, Col 2 and 22, Official Report, 31 January 2023, Col 25, Official Report, 7 February 2023, Col 47 Smaller, more frequent, efficient ferry services were a potential solution to this although it was noted these did not always work with public transport.iiNet Zero, Energy and Transport Committee, Official Report, 31 January 2023, Col 25
New or improved connecting bus and rail services were also called for.iiNet Zero, Energy and Transport Committee, Official Report, 8 November 2022, Col 3, Official Report, 7 February 2023, Col 55 and 56 and written submission from Transport Salaried Staffs' Association (TSSA) The challenge in delivery was recognised by witnesses who suggested it would take a collaborative effort to achieve better co-ordination.