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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Neil Lancefield

Bus passengers hit by ‘costly start to 2025’ after 50% rise in fares

Millions of bus passengers in England have been hit by an increase in single fares from £2 to £3 (Alamy/PA) -

Millions of bus passengers in England have been hit by an increase in single fares from £2 to £3.

The Government increased the bus fare cap on Wednesday for the first time since it was launched for most routes two years ago.

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