TICKET checks on ScotRail trains will be reintroduced from next week.

All journeys will be reinstated with a conductor - in time for further easing of lockdown restrictions on Monday. 

The return of these duties, including checking and selling tickets, is the latest step towards a level of normality for customers after travel restrictions were lifted last week.

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Passengers are being asked to continue to play their part in minimising the spread of coronavirus by wearing face coverings and maintaining a social distance of one metre. 

All customers must hold a valid ticket before boarding a train.

From May 16, the train operator will also be increasing the number of services across Scotland. 

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Phil Campbell, ScotRail Head of Customer Operations, said: “We are absolutely committed to the health and well-being of our staff and passengers, so there has been a massive effort to ensure the on-train environment is safe to give people peace of mind when travelling.

“The visible presence of ScotRail staff throughout trains is critically important for customers, and its return is a welcome step in the recovery of the railway.

“But, it’s also vital our passengers remember they have a responsibility to each other, and our staff, to observe our rules for safer travel until COVID-19 restrictions are completely lifted.

“Customers are being reminded to buy tickets in advance of travel via the ScotRail app, website, or station facilities. It is a requirement to hold a valid ticket before boarding a train, and we will be increasing the frequency of our checks to make sure customers are playing their part.”