Stagecoach is to make a number of significant changes to the bus timetable (including routes) from 14 October.

The company held a number of public consultations for the first time to guage customer feedback. As a result of the 100 or so comments further changes were made.

Councillor Ian Mollison said: “The issue was also discussed at the Kincardine and Mearns Area Bus Forum when passengers and management get together.

“A few people from Newtonhill and Portlethen attended and voiced their concerns. I have had several subsequent inquiries from residents, particulalry about the routing of services along Wellington Road. I am happy to email the latest version that has been provided by Stagecoach.”