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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

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
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk