Oral question asked in the House of Commons, by Clive Jones (Liberal Democrat). It was answered on Thursday, 16 July 2026 on behalf of the Department for Transport.
Bus Travel Affordability: Children and Young People
- Question
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If this summer’s free bus travel scheme for under-15s proves successful, will the Minister look to extend it for the future? It would help hard-working families in Wokingham make the most of their holiday period.
- Answer
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The Labour party is keeping bus fares low. We introduced the £3 bus fare cap, after the previous Government failed to fund any support when the previous cap expired. Beyond March next year, we will continue to keep our options open, in order to make sure that bus travel is safe, accessible and affordable for everyone.
Secondary information
- Type
- Oral question
- Reference
- 789 c1047
- Session
- 2026-27
- Oral question type
- Supplementary
- Chamber / Committee
- House of Commons chamber
- Subjects
- Children Bus services Finance Young people
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- 2026-07-20 10:10:16 +0100
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