Bus fares cap in England to be raised to £3

Published On Oct 28, 2024, 8:06 AM

The Prime Minister of England, Sir Keir Starmer, has announced an increase in the bus fare cap from £2 to £3 in the upcoming Budget, extending the cap until the end of 2025. This decision comes as a continuation of the previous government's measure to help with the cost of living, as approximately 3.4 million people in England rely on buses. Critics, including Greenpeace, argue that the increase poses challenges for lower-income individuals who depend on affordable transportation.