Rail fares: Government to order review of prosecutions

Published On Nov 13, 2024, 1:09 AM

The UK government is set to order an independent review of how rail fare prosecutions are handled by train companies, following reports of harsh penalties for passengers making innocent mistakes. This comes in light of public outcry after a person faced severe legal action for a minor fare error. The review will evaluate the clarity of ticketing information and when prosecutions are deemed appropriate, with the goal of ensuring fairness in enforcement.