Written Question·Department for Transport·UIN 35615

Railways: Fares

Tabled: 4 March 2025

Answered: 12 March 2025

Question

James McMurdock

Independent — South Basildon and East Thurrock

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what recent discussions her Department has had with (a) train companies and (b) public transport campaigners on the impact of increased rail fares.

Answer

Simon Lightwood

The Department regularly meets with the rail industry and stakeholders, on a variety of issues including rail affordability. Our aim is to keep the price of rail travel at a point that works for both passengers and taxpayers, where possible.This year’s in...

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