Most bus fares in England to be capped at £2 from January
Originally published on Jul 22
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England's bus fares will be capped at £2 from January, down from the current £3, in a move the government says will cost over £500m and help ease living costs for passengers. The policy particularly aims to support rural and coastal areas where fares are typically higher, though transport campaigners note that service cuts in these regions remain a significant concern.
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