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The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
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Xander Richards

Tunnels linking Scotland's islands being 'seriously considered' by Tory government

Tunnels linking some of Scotland's islands are being 'seriously thought about' by the UK Government

NETWORKS of tunnels connecting Scotland’s islands are being “seriously thought about” as an option to bring more sustainable travel to the communities, a UK minister has said.

Scotland Office minister Iain Stewart said that the Faroe Islands, which opened the world's first undersea roundabout and where he has led a “fact-finding” mission, show what is possible.

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