RAIL services are back on track in a Highland village – more than half a century after after its original station closed. The new £600,000 Conon Bridge Station in Ross-shire will help alleviate anticipated congestion on the A9 when the major revamp of the Kessock Bridge gets underway next week. But it is also hoped the station will become popular all-year round by commuters.

Transport Minister Keith Brown, who officially opened the new station, said: ““Improving access to rail services is an important factor in encouraging people to use the train and I am delighted to be here today to launch a brand new station for the people of Conon Bridge. Instead of travelling to Dingwall, locals can now access trains into Inverness and beyond right here on their doorstep."