Chapter 11
11. Conclusion
11.1 This Framework sets out the Scottish Government's aim for Bus Park and Ride. It offers advice on how to maximize the benefits from new and existing Park and Ride sites. It places the option of Park and Ride in the context of the Government's wider economic and transport objectives, and provides advice about useful sources of guidance.
11.2 This Framework is not prescriptive about what should happen in each area, since that is a matter for each Authority to consider in the light of their individual circumstances and the transport problems and opportunities to be addressed in a particular area. The Government highlights that Bus Park and Ride in the right place and circumstances can make a substantial contribution to addressing transport problems and opportunities, and fits well with the Government's wider transport policy objectives such as modal shift and improving bus service provision.
11.3 This Framework highlights the need for decision making through transport appraisal to identify appropriate transport options in an area, which may include Park and Ride. Appropriately located Park and Ride sites for bus, can result in positive impacts, for example by contributing to relieving congestion.
11.4 Authorities will wish to take account of this Framework where they are considering the potential for developing Park and Ride projects in their areas, and in the light of their own circumstances.