Written Question·Department for Transport·UIN 6621

Railways: Educational Visits

Tabled: 4 October 2024

Answered: 14 October 2024

Question

Paula Barker

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, if her Department will make an assessment of the potential merits of introducing rail discounts for schools purchasing tickets for excursions.

Answer

Simon Lightwood

All Department for Transport contracted operators offer some form of group discount, with some offering substantial savings for groups of 10 or more people. In addition, many train operators participate in the GroupSave offer which offers 1/3 off Off-Peak...

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