It added that the increase in services comes ahead of schools reopening on 11 August, which it anticipates could result in an increase in the number of people travelling.

Social distancing requirements made driver training impossible during lockdown.

The rail operator said this means it is not possible yet for its full service to operate.

Where a reduced service must continue to operate will be targeted at the times when fewer people travel.

'Physical distancing can't be guaranteed'

ScotRail added that passengers were still being urged to consider alternative travel options where possible.

Operations director David Simpson said: "We'll operate as close to a normal timetable as possible from Monday 3 August.

"Like businesses across the world, we continue to face challenges caused by coronavirus, but we will have every available train in service from 3 August.

"We do need everybody to continue taking personal responsibility for their travel choices, because physical distancing can't be guaranteed."

He reminded passengers that face coverings were compulsory on public transport.

Source: BBC