Earlier this week it was revealed that fines for fare-dodging passengers caught without tickets on Metrolink trams could be increased under a 'review' of the network's byelaws.
Under the current rule, the charge for a standard fare notice issued during an inspection is £100 and must be paid within 21 days. Fines reduce to £50 if settled within two weeks, the Manchester Evening News previously reported .
But after the government announced the penalty for evading rail fares in England will increase from £20 to £100 next year, Metrolink bosses have confirmed they are looking at 'potentially increasing' the £100 standard fare.
