MORE money is being made available to pay for better access and facilities for cyclists at railway stations.

ScotRail has reopened its cycle fund for new applications from local councils and community organisations.

Launched in early 2018, the fund offers £100,000 each year to local councils and community organisations, and will run until 2021.

Funding can be used to deliver projects which contribute to the ScotRail Alliance’s vision of providing a ‘doorstep to destination’ journey for customers, while reducing congestion and pollution.

The fund, which will provide up to 50 per cent of project costs, can be used to support projects which will enhance bike and rail integration at stations.

The money can also be used to improve cycling facilities and signs on railways.

Promoting cycling and walking with a specific focus on links to the railway is also a priority.

More information on the fund and how to apply can be found on the ScotRail website or by contacting ScotRail’s cycling manager Kathryn Mackay at cycle.fund@scotrail.co.uk.

The deadline for applications is Friday, March 1.