HITRANS (Highlands and Islands Transport Partnership) has announced that funding applications are open for community delivery partners for the People & Place Programme 2027/28. This initiative, funded by Transport Scotland since 2024, aims to increase the use of sustainable transport methods for both local and longer journeys, encouraging a shift away from private car use.
Community partners are sought to deliver behaviour change initiatives focused on active and sustainable travel throughout 2027/28. While confirmation of the Programme budget for next year is pending from Transport Scotland, it is anticipated that funding will be limited, with priority given to established projects.
Full guidance and information are available on the Good Grants portal. The application timeline is as follows: the guidance and scoring criteria were published on 10th November 2026, with the Good Grants portal opening for applications on the same day. The deadline for full applications is 5th January 2027 at 5pm. Successful applicants are expected to be notified on 4th February 2027, subject to funding awards from Transport Scotland, which are anticipated in late February or March.
For those wishing to discuss their project before submitting a full application, please contact Emily Bowie, People & Place Programme Manager, via email at Emily.Bowie@hitrans.org.uk.
