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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

National Bus Fare Cap

29 October 2024 · Department for Transport

Proposed by Louise Haigh Lab Sheffield Heeley

Transport

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At a glance

Key points

  • The national bus fare cap is being extended from 2 to 3 until the end of 2025.
  • A new single fare cap at 3 will be in place for one year, funded with over 150 million.
  • This initiative is part of a broader 1 billion investment in buses to support affordable fares and local services.

Issue summary

The statement addresses the extension of the national bus fare cap from £2 to £3 until the end of 2025.

Action requested

A new single fare cap at £3 will be introduced for one year, funded with over £150 million as part of a broader £1 billion investment in buses. This aims to ensure affordable fares and support local bus services across the country.

Key facts

  • The current £2 cap on single bus fares was due to expire at the end of December 2024.
  • A new single fare cap at £3 will be introduced from January 1, 2025, through December 30, 2025.
  • Funding of over £150 million is provided for this cap extension as part of a £1 billion funding boost for buses.
  • The fare cap will help passengers save up to 80% on some routes.
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