Train services in Scotland are to be scaled back from next Monday due to the coronavirus.
Scotrail say the reduced timetable will allow them more time to clean carriages, while the revised timetable, likely to be similar to a Sunday service, will be focused on providing a service for key workers.
With more railway staff being affected by the impact of the coronavirus, revising services also accommodates infrastructure changes, and allows safety critical roles to be performed across the country.
Bosses insist that the service level will still deliver more than enough seats to meet the current demand levels and the timetable will be kept under regular review to react to any further developments.
David Simpson, Scotrail operations director, added: “We are facing an unprecedented challenge on Scotland’s railway and the revised timetable will help to provide a critical service for the key workers across the country.
“Our own people are absolutely committed and are working flat out on the frontline to help keep the country moving, while also keeping themselves and customers safe.
“The railway has an important role to play during this crisis and we will work closely with the Scottish Government to do all we can as the situation develops.”
