Whether patients with no access to public transport who are unable to drive are eligible for patient transport services.

We would encourage patients in this situation, who do not meet the medical criteria for Scottish Ambulance Service Patient Transport, to discuss their requirements with their local NHS board.
In addition, under the Transport (Scotland) Act 2004, Regional Transport Partnerships have a legal requirement to develop Access to Healthcare Strategies for their areas. Regional transport partnerships continue to work with local authorities and health boards to mainstream travel plans and work with local partners to promote more active and sustainable travel. With the introduction of Single Outcome Agreements and the concordat with COSLA, the Scottish Government has given funding straight to the local authorities who are responsible for the Regional Transport Partnerships in taking forward these strategies.
The Scottish Government encourages NHS boards to work with their Regional Transport Partnership in developing Access to Healthcare Strategies to address the needs of local communities.