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A new park and ride scheme, complete with spaces for 561 cars, was opened today on the outskirts of Edinburgh.Minister for Transport Stewart Stevenson said:
"This is a fantastic new facility at Sheriffhall which will not only reduce the number of cars on our roads network, it will deliver real benefits for our environment.
"Over 500 cars a day will now be removed from the important roads linking our capital city with the Lothians.
"In the current climate, that is all the more important. Whilst there are ample fuel supplies to last us well into May despite industrial action at Grangemouth, there is an opportunity for us all to do our bit.
"People across the country have the chance to think about their travel habits, and take advantage of great facilities like this one - limiting the use of their car in favour of public transport.
"They might even find that they prefer it. I have spoken to many commuters who say that using park and ride facilities has led to reduced daily stress, saving them the frustration of being caught up in rush hour traffic.
"Reduced congestion, fewer cars on our roads, and a less polluted environment - this facility, and others like it across the country, will deliver real benefits for Scotland."
