Bus passengers in England face £1 fare cap rise

Bus passengers in England will face a fare increase from £2 to £3 starting on Wednesday, with the new cap running until the end of 2025. The Department for Transport stated that the additional funds raised will support travel in rural communities and towns heavily reliant on buses. Local authorities have the option to keep the cap lower in their areas through subsidies, with regions like Northumberland and West Yorkshire opting to cap fares at £2.50.

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