People and Place Programme themes
All proposed projects must fall within the scope of the programme and demonstrate alignment with at least one of the five core People and Place Programme themes (Full eligibility criteria are outlined in the application guidance document):
Interventions in Scottish schools that deliver holistic solutions for creating an environment where active and sustainable travel choices are not only an option, but the most effective ways to travel for young people and families.
Interventions that focus on places of work which make active and sustainable travel choices a realistic solution for commuting for staff and volunteers.
Interventions that focus on inclusion of underrepresented groups in Scotland who might face additional barriers to active and sustainable travel, such as cost, social perception, culture, health, ability, and geographical location.
Interventions and initiatives to facilitate knowledge and skills transfer, and improved joint working between delivery partners, and building capability for improved monitoring and evaluation of projects.
Interventions that focus on supporting sustainable travel projects, focussing mainly on Shared transport (including car clubs, bike and car share), supporting (Digital) Demand Responsive Transport, Local Travel Points / Mobility Hubs and support for MaaS project roles.
Applications open soon!
Applications are open from Monday 23 February 2026, and close end of day Friday 20 March 2026.
Application Form
Project Delivery Plan
Next steps
Completed application forms, along with a Project Delivery Plan, should be sent to peopleandplaceprogramme@spt.co.uk. Applicants are encouraged to review the guidance document thoroughly before completing their submission.
An online information and Q&A session will be hosted on Tuesday 3 March 6:30pm – 7:30pm to support the application process. To attend, please register at Eventbrite.
*Please note, at this stage it is anticipated that successful applicants will be notified w/c 20 April 2026 with a decision in principle. This is subject to internal approval. Funding confirmation and formal receipt of Grant Award Letter will follow and is subject to confirmation of funding for the People and Place Programme from Transport Scotland under the 2026/27 Parliamentary Budget Setting Process, and SPT Board approval of the 2026/27 Partnership Budget.
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