Labour Manchester mayor Andy Burnham breaks ranks to reject Keir Starmer’s bus fare cap rise

Labour mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham has opposed plans to raise the bus fare cap by 50 per cent, opting to keep the cost of a bus journey capped at £2 in the city. This decision contrasts with Sir Keir Starmer’s announcement of a £3 maximum bus fare in England until the end of 2025 to address public finances. Burnham stated that Greater Manchester will implement a new fare structure with a £2 single fare in January, noting the region’s different position in bus funding and fares compared to other areas in England.

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