A £53,000 transport revamp at Inverclyde Royal has been hailed a success by patients and visitors.

Strathclyde Partnership For Transport has ploughed in funds to improve the bus infrastructure in and around the hospital.

Two disabled friendly bus shelters have been installed as part of the makeover, which also includes improved road layout and markings, resurfacing of the bus stop area, new drop kerbs, dedicated taxi waiting areas and additional disabled parking spaces.

Outpatient Betty McMillian, said: “It can get very windy here so it is great to have somewhere covered to sit and wait for the bus.” James Falconer, who has been visiting a relative at the hospital, said: “It is definitely less congested around the entrance to the hospital and it is helpful to have more disabled parking spaces for dropping off my mum who can’t walk very far.

“It is easier to get in and out of the grounds now.” Councillor David Wilson, who represents Inverclyde on Strathclyde Partnership for Transport, said: “I am delighted to hear that the work being undertaken as a result of SPT’s investment is making a real difference for the patients, visitors and staff at Inverclyde Royal Hospital. There is a huge improvement.

“It makes using the bus to get to and from the hospital easier and more appealing and, where possible, I hope people use this option in place of their car.”