MSP backs benefits of direct Perth to Edinburgh line

Mid Scotland and Fife MSP Liz Smith has stated that a feasibility study into a reopened Perth to Edinburgh line must be brought forward. The direct route which would reopen a station at Kinross and require a four mile tunnel could shave up to 30 minutes of current journey times between Perth and Edinburgh.

http://www.thecourier.co.uk/news/local/perth-kinross/reopened-capital-rail-link-could-bring-many-benefits-for-perthshire-communities-says-msp-1.171838