A PAISLEY car park has become the first in the UK to offer eco-friendly shuttle transport and an electric charging station for holidaymakers.

St Mirren Car Parking reached a deal with St Mirren FC to use its 500-space car park, which was unused 340 days a year, for travellers using Glasgow Airport.

The Buddies’ park-and-fly service will appeal to environment-conscious drivers with its electric Nissan shuttle vehicle to and from the airport and a charging point to ensure cars are topped up for their owners’ return.

St Mirren Car Parking bosses hope it will help cut carbon emissions and provide a financial boost to the club.

The firm’s Allan McGinness said: “This initiative not only makes us the first in the UK to offer an electric vehicle shuttle service but it also underlines our commitment to the local community.

“The charging point is free to use as we know there is a limited availability in the area.”