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Wed, 22 Jul 2026

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 Transport secretary quizzed on bus fare change

Labour MP is asked about the lowering of the bus fare cap, after Starmer increased it in 2025.
A Transport Minister was asked about a recent decision to increase bus fares, with one passenger describing the hike as "frustrating". The minister defended the price rise, citing an increase in fuel costs and other expenses. Critics have argued that the fares are too high for low-income families and individuals who rely on public transportation.