The red line shows the stretch of Union Street covered by the new bus gate, compared to where the old one was, illustrated with the blue line.
Where are the bus gates in Aberdeen?
Bus gates are located on:
- Broad Street (local buses only)
- Bedford Road.
- College Bounds (Buses and Cycles only)
- Gough Burn Crescent, TECA (Buses, taxis and cycles)
- Forrit Burn Road (Buses, taxis and cycles)
- Shielhill Avenue (Dubford) (also open to taxis)
- Lang Stracht.
Are cars allowed down Union Street Aberdeen?
Vehicles – other than buses and cycles – will not be allowed to use the central section as a through-route. Taxis will have access to central Union Street via Back Wynd.
What’s the difference between a bus lane and a bus gate?
A bus gate consists of a short section of road that only buses and authorised vehicles (typically taxis) can pass through. They are normally marked with the same street signage as bus lanes, but have “BUS GATE” marked on the road surface.
What is a bus gate fine?
Bus lane fines
If you use a bus lane incorrectly, you could be issued with a penalty charge notice (PCN), which is a fine. The size of the fine varies across the UK. Typically the fines are highest in London and can be well over £100. You usually get a 50% discount if you pay within a certain number of days though.
Is Union Street Aberdeen a bus lane?
They only have access to the restricted section of Union Street covered by the new bus gate if they enter through Back Wynd. Private cars are not allowed on this section of Union Street at all.
What street is Aberdeen Bus Station on?
Guild Street
Aberdeen Bus station is located of Guild Street. There are 14 bus stands, each with step-free access. There is bench seating available. The Stagecoach ticket centre is located within Union Square Shopping Centre.
Can you legally sleep in your car Scotland?
Is it legal to sleep in your car in the UK? The same rules apply for sleeping in your car, as for wild camping. It is legal in Scotland and some parts of Dartmoor. However, if you are respectful and use common sense, then it is generally tolerated at other places as well.
Which is the top end of Union Street Aberdeen?
Review of The Justice Mill. Description: The rear of these premises opens out onto Justice Mill Lane, which takes its name from two medieval mills situated in the vicinity of the early courts of justice.
What time do traffic wardens start in Aberdeen?
7am to 10.30pm
What times do wardens work? City Wardens patrol from 7am to 10.30pm, 7 days a week. Additionally the wardens will work outside these hours to deal with any relevant issues.
Do you get fined for driving in a bus lane?
Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs)
Using a bus lane when you are not permitted can delay buses and cause congestion. We may issue a PCN if you drive in a bus lane.
How does a bus gate work?
A ‘Bus Gate’ is a short section of road blocked off to all traffic except buses, cycles and taxis (hackney carriages) as shown by appropriate signage.
What happens if you ignore a bus lane fine?
If you have received a bus lane fine and want to pay it, please see our Pay a bus lane fine page. If you do not pay an outstanding fine within 28 days of receiving your PCN, we will send you a Charge Certificate. The payment required will have increased by 50% when the Charge Certificate is issued.
Are all bus lanes monitored?
About bus lane penalty charge notices (PCNs)
Bus lanes are monitored using Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) at a central office. If an unauthorised vehicle is seen in a bus lane without a valid reason then this will be recorded as a contravention by qualified monitoring staff.
Do bus lanes always have cameras?
Bus lanes. Bus lane restrictions are monitored by CCTV cameras during restricted times.
What happens if you drive in a bus lane by mistake UK?
Receiving a charge notice
If you’ve used a bus lane illegally, your local council can give you a charge notice. In most cases, the council must send you the notice within 28 days of you driving in the bus lane. The charge notice will say that you have 28 days to pay the charge.
What is the fine for driving in a bus lane in Scotland?
a £60
You will receive a £60 charge if you drive in a bus lane or through a bus gate when you are not allowed. This will be reduced to £30 if you pay your bus lane charge within 14 days of receiving your charge notice. Different types of restriction are described below.
What are the two types of bus lanes?
With-flow bus lanes run alongside traffic in the same direction and can be used only by buses, cyclists and taxis. Motorcyclists cannot use bus lanes. A contra-flow bus lane may only be used by buses unless signs indicate that it may also be used by cyclists.
What is a counter flow bus lane?
Contra-flow bus lanes are typically applied to bus routes to create strategic, efficient connections rather than as a continuous application along a corridor. The ideal contra-flow bus lane is designed similar to a regular 2-way street, with non-transit vehicles barred from using the lane or lanes in one direction.
What is under Union Street Aberdeen?
Beneath large parts of Union Street, Bridge Street, The Castlegate, Market Street, Holburn Street, Bon-Accord Street and, of course, Rosemount Viaduct exist vaulted caverns which shoulder the carriageway above.
What is the name of the main street in Aberdeen?
Union Street
Union Street is a major street and shopping thoroughfare in Aberdeen, Scotland. It is named after the Acts of Union 1800 with Ireland.