ScotRail has set out major changes to its timetables which take effect in December.

The rail operator has promised faster journey times, more services and more seats for passengers.

It said the "enhancement" of its services was as a result of the introduction of new high-speed and electric trains and further electrification of the lines.

ScotRail previously faced criticism for rush-hour overcrowding on some routes.

Alex Hynes, ScotRail Alliance managing director, said: "The improvements we are making to our timetable from December mean ScotRail has reached another milestone as we build the best railway Scotland has ever had.

"This is just the first phase of the work we are doing to deliver for our customers over the next year.

"The investment the ScotRail Alliance is making to electrify more lines and introduce new and upgraded trains means we will deliver faster journeys, more seats, and more services for our customers."

Mr Hynes told BBC Scotland: "As we've seen on the Edinburgh-Glasgow electrification, once we introduce our brand new Hitachi trains customers absolutely love them."

Source: BBC News