And Annandale Community Transport Service (ACTS) has named the new set of wheels ‘Fergie’ in recognition of the recently retired chairman Willie Fergie and his contribution over many years.
ACTS secured a share of funding made available through the Scottish Government’s Community Climate Asset Fund (CCAF) – a grant of £30,885.94 – and additional funding was provided by Muirhall Energy Ltd through the Crossdykes Initial Investment Fund.
ACTS manager Janet Saunders explained the new vehicle will help the residents of Annandale and Eskdale to reduce local carbon emissions through travelling in a more environmentally friendly way.
And she said: “We are delighted to have received funding for our first electric vehicle in the fleet.
“The car will be used for accessible, affordable trasport to hospital appointments both locally and at hospitals out of the region in Glasgow, Edinburgh etc.”
Residents in Annandale and Eskdale requiring door to door transport, or anyone interested in helping the local community by becoming a volunteer driver should contact the office on 01576 203053 or email [email protected]
In addition, ACTS would like to hear from those with any of the following skills to join the board of directors – knowledge of vehicles, running office premises, business finance, training, and HR.
Janet added: “The main attributes needed are enthusiasm and the desire to work as part of a team to help the community.”
