'I spend £120 a month on buses': Under-22s on what free travel would mean to them
Summary
Young people in England are finding it hard to afford bus travel, which affects their ability to socialize and manage living expenses. A report suggests providing free bus travel for individuals under 22, similar to a policy in Scotland. The Department for Transport is investing £1 billion to improve bus services, but many young people still find travel costs too high.Key Facts
- A report suggests free bus travel for under-22s in England.
- Young people say bus travel costs make it hard to socialize and pay rent.
- The Department for Transport is investing £1 billion to improve bus services.
- Some young people report spending significant portions of their budget on bus fares.
- A college student spends £8 daily to travel to her college.
- An administrative assistant spends £120 monthly on bus fares.
- An international student mentions the difficulty of paying for a bus pass despite having a student discount.
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