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The Economic Times
The Economic Times
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Disabled people in England to get free bus travel all day from April 2027: What changes

Disabled people across England will be able to travel for free on buses at any time of the day from April 1, 2027, after the government announced plans to remove time restrictions on concessionary bus passes. The change, backed by £60 million in funding, is aimed at improving access to work, education, training, healthcare and social activities while easing the cost of living for eligible disabled people.

Free bus travel for disabled people from April 2027

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