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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

How do Britain's train ticket prices compare with Europe?

The Independent funds on-the-ground, paywall-free journalism and finds UK domestic rail fares comparable with France and Germany, while Eurostar routes are pricier.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

What can pensioners expect from the autumn Budget?

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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Reeves targets cost of living with rail fares freeze amid fears over Budget tax rises

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UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Relief for rail passengers as fare freeze in England announced for 2026

Rail fares in England will not be increased in 2026, the government has announced, surprising passengers with the first fare freeze in 30 years. The chancellor, Rachel Reeves, will confirm a freeze on fares in this week's budget, a move designed to limit inflation, ease the cost of living and support economic growth. Reeves and the prime minister, Keir Starmer, are hoping that measures such as freezing train fares and a package of support for energy bills will help mitigate the political fallout of several expected tax increases.
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UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Tap-in, tap-out rail ticket trial to streamline fares using GPS tracking

GPS-based mobile check-in will track journeys, charge passengers the lowest daily fare automatically, and issue barcodes for inspections, aiming to replace paper and QR tickets.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Rail fares in England on path to rise by 5.8% next year on back of inflation data

Rail fares in England are expected to rise 5.8% next year due to a higher-than-forecast July RPI inflation reading.
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