RAIL passengers at more than 50 stations will be able to access free wi-fi by next spring, Transport Scotland has announced.

The Government body has invested £863,000 to double the number of stations where travellers can go online from the 26 already getting wi-fi capability.

Previous investment has seen internet access rolled out at some of Scotland's busiest train stations, including Glasgow Central.

The second round of work, taking in Oban, Aviemore and Troon among others, is due for completion before the next ScotRail franchise begins in April next year.

ScotRail's Class 158 and Class 380 trains will also be fitted with wi-fi equipment after the operator's Class 170 trains were upgraded last year. By next spring, almost half its trains will be connected.

Transport Minister Keith Brown said: "We want to ensure all passengers can get on with their busy lives while travelling and that visitors to truly internationa