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Bus Services: Fares

Asked by Mr Richard HoldenConservativeDepartment for TransportTabled Answered 22 July 2024UIN 459

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of ending the Get around for £2 bus fare scheme this year on bus use (a) nationally, (b) regionally and (c) by operator.

Answered by Simon Lightwood

Delivering reliable and affordable public transport services for passengers is one of my top priorities as I know how important this is for passengers and for local growth. The government is urgently considering the most effective and affordable ways to deliver on these objectives.

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