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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Transport Update

05 September 2022 · Department for Transport

Proposed by Grant Shapps Con Welwyn Hatfield

Transport

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At a glance

Key points

  • The government introduces a 2 bus fare cap on single tickets in England outside London from January 1, 2023, for three months.
  • The government commits up to 60m to implement the 2 bus fare cap.
  • The Bus Recovery Grant is extended by six months until March 2023, worth up to 130m.

Issue summary

The statement discusses the introduction of a £2 bus fare cap in England outside London starting from January 1, 2023, for three months.

Action requested

The government is committing up to £60m to introduce a £2 bus fare cap on single tickets and extending the Bus Recovery Grant by six months until March 2023, worth up to £130m.

Key facts

  • Up to £60m investment for a £2 bus fare cap starting January 1, 2023.
  • Fare cap in place from January to March 2023.
  • Bus Recovery Grant extended by six months until March 2023.
  • Extension worth up to £130m.
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