Give under-22s free bus passes to help them into work, MPs say
Summary
MPs in England have suggested giving free bus passes to people under 22 to help them get to work and school. The number of bus trips has decreased while prices have gone up, making it hard for young people to travel. This proposal aims to make it easier for young people to access jobs and education.Key Facts
- MPs suggest free bus travel for under-22s in England to aid in accessing work and education.
- Bus journeys in England fell from 4.6 billion in 2009 to 3.6 billion in 2024.
- Rising bus fares outpaced inflation, creating a barrier for young people.
- Scotland offers free bus travel to residents aged 5 to 22 since January 2022.
- Some areas have limited or no bus service, affecting access to employment and education.
- Young people rely on buses due to high costs of other transport and limited local services.
- The report notes that the bus sector's economic contribution declined by £8.9 billion from 2011 to 2023.
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