| Demand Responsive Transport (DRT) | A type of transport which is flexible and geared towards the needs of the users rather than sticking to fixed timetables |
| National Transport Strategy (NTS) | Sets out the long term objectives, priorities and plans for transport in Scotland |
| Regional Transport Partnership (RTP) | Statutory body with transport planning responsibilities |
| Regional Transport Strategy (RTS) | Sets out the long term objectives, priorities and plans for transport in a particular region |
| Scottish Transport Appraisal Guidance (STAG) | Methodology used to enhance effectiveness and objectivity in transport planning |
| Sustainable Transport | A type of transport that meets the needs of the present without conflicting with the needs of the future |
| Shetland's Transport Partnership (ZetTrans) | The Regional Transport Partnership for Shetland |