S6M-12041MotionOpen for votingTransport

Expanding Free Bus Travel for Young Carers

Aileen Campbell

SNP

Lodged 24 Jun 2026

Closes 12 Jul 2026, 17:00

Closes in 8 days

Plain-English summary

Parliament is being asked to support looking at free bus travel for more young carers, so travel costs are less of a barrier to school, work, support and breaks.

Official motion text

That the Parliament recognises the contribution of young carers across Scotland; believes that reliable transport supports education, respite and family responsibilities; and calls on the Scottish Government to explore expanding free bus travel eligibility for registered young carers aged 18 to 25.

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