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Railways: Tickets

Asked by Jerome MayhewConservativeDepartment for TransportTabled Answered 21 March 2025UIN 38119

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, how much of the funding allocated to reform the train ticketing system has been spent.

Answered by Simon Lightwood

The department is committed to reforming the train ticketing system and improving passenger experience. There has been substantial progress in extending Pay As You Go (PAYG) ticketing in the South East and progressing PAYG trials in Greater Manchester and the West Midlands. We will establish Great British Railways, ensuring fares and ticketing are managed in the interests of passengers and taxpayers.

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