Written question asked by Graham Stringer (Labour) on Tuesday, 2 May 2006, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 4 May 2006. It was answered by Baroness Merron (Labour) on Thursday, 25 May 2006 on behalf of the Department for Transport.
Buses
- Question
- To ask the Secretary of State for Transport what discussions he has had with bus companies about the impact of above-inflation increases in bus fares on socially excluded communities.
- Answer
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Transport Ministers regularly have meetings with bus companies and discuss a variety of matters with them. It is made clear at these meetings that affordable fares are seen as a crucial factor in promoting patronage growth and accessibility of services.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 446 c1946-7W; 68690
- Session
- 2005-06
- Subjects
- Bus services Fares
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