A bus service linking communities in Livingston with St John’s Hospital has been withdrawn due to a shortage of drivers.
First Bus East announced the number 27 linking Livingston South Railway Station with Craigshill, Dedridge, Ladywell and the hospital will be suspended until further notice.
The company made the announcement this morning on its Facebook page, adding: “We thank you for your patience and understanding while we overcome this short-term situation.”
But the news was met with anger from locals, who said the changes came at short notice.
One said: “Removing the only First Bus to go through Craigshill is disappointing. Hoping it will return at some point.”
Executive councillor for development and transport Cathy Muldoon said: “It’s unfortunate that the national shortage of bus drivers is impacting on local services here in West Lothian.
“Council officers have been in contact with First Bus representatives, and we share the hope that this issue can be resolved quickly and the 27 service reinstated as soon as possible.
“First have chosen this particular service to minimise disruption, with a number of other services also serving the key location such as town centre, Livingston South train station and St John’s Hospital.
“Anyone who normally uses the service and is looking for alternatives should visit www.traveline.info/ for help to plan their journey.”
For more information visit https://www.firstbus.co.uk/south-east-and-central-scotland
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