A MAJOR bus operator has revealed its zero-emission buses have travelled seven million miles since first entering service.

It comes after McGill's brought over 110 zero-emission buses to Scotland's roads including Renfrewshire and East Renfrewshire.

On top of that, the travel firm also has the largest share of electric buses in its fleet compared to other Scottish bus companies.

Now, this latest milestone means the fleet has saved 7,889 tones of carbon dioxide emissions from being released into the atmosphere.

Alex Hornby, Group Managing Director of McGill’s, said: “Hitting the seven-million mile mark is an amazing achievement and has helped towards cutting congestion on roads, and reducing emissions - our buses are setting the example to other road users right across Scotland and helping government meet decarbonisation targets.

“Our massive investment in zero emission buses means that we are far exceeding local LEZ standards and tackling the wider climate crisis.

“Our teams worked exceptionally hard to introduce and deliver our 100+ strong electric fleet day in and day out, meaning we are continually contributing to cleaner air to our communities, as well as an improved, smoother, quieter journey experience each time to our growing number of customers too.”