Parliament Workbench
Data: Motions & questions to 19 Nov 2026

Inspired Question · S7W-03305 · Session 7

Whether it will provide an update on its regulatory check of local road user charging powers under Part 3 of the Transport (Scotland) Act 2…

Answered Arranged question: government announcement Asked by Lloyd Melville SNP Lodged 15 Sep 2026

The question

To ask the Scottish Government whether it will provide an update on its regulatory check of local road user charging powers under Part 3 of the Transport (Scotland) Act 2001.

The answer

Answered by Stephen Flynn on 16 Sep 2026 · 1 day after it was lodged, on time

Given the ongoing financial pressures facing households, we do not believe it is appropriate to continue work on the regulatory check of local road user charging powers at present. Accordingly, no further work is being taken forward. The Scottish Government remains committed to meeting Scotland's carbon budget targets and achieving net zero emissions by 2045. We will continue to support sustainable travel and reduce transport emissions, contributing to delivery of the Climate Change Plan while helping to realise the economic opportunities of the transition to net zero.

In the Official Report

No contribution in the Official Report cites S7W-03305 by reference.