ScotRail passengers are being reminded that a temporary timetable is currently in place, with a reduction in services on Sunday.

This is due to fewer drivers making themselves available for rest day working, as is their contractual right, while pay talks are ongoing with the trade union ASLEF.

As with last week, Sunday’s timetable will be significantly reduced and customers are advised to check the ScotRail app or website to get the latest information. 

With services expected to be busier than usual, extra carriages will also be added to key trains to and from the Edinburgh to destinations in central Scotland.

ScotRail is strongly advising customers to plan ahead and check their journey the day before travelling by using the ScotRail app.

Purchasing in advance can save time at the station, and train tickets are available to buy before you board as an mTicket via the ScotRail app.

Extra staff will be on hand to make sure everything goes smoothly, and the train operator is also reminding everyone that the carrying and consumption of alcohol is prohibited on ScotRail trains and in ScotRail stations.

Phil Campbell, ScotRail Customer Operations Director, said: “This is another busy weekend for travel across Scotland’s Railway. 

“Customers are reminded that with the temporary timetable currently in place, there are fewer services than normal in operation.

“With trains expected to be busier than usual, we’re encouraging everyone to allow extra time for travel, and check their journey in advance via our online journey planner.

“Buying return tickets before you board using our mTicket system on our mobile app will help your journey run smoothly.”