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Written question asked by Caroline Lucas (Green Party) on Thursday, 10 December 2015, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 14 December 2015. It was answered by Claire O'Neill (Conservative) on Friday, 18 December 2015 on behalf of the Department for Transport.

Railways: Students

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what representations he has received on extension of the Unizone reduced fares rail scheme to the University of Brighton's Hastings campus; if he will provide funding to allow that extension to be implemented immediately; and if he will make a statement.

Answer

I have received two representations on this matter from Rt Hon and Noble members and two from members of the public in the last 12 months.


Department for Transport officials have been discussing with GTR the feasibility of extending the Unizone product scope to encompass Hastings, requesting that GTR produce a business case. I understand that GTR are consulting with the University of Brighton and Local Authorities to see if they would be minded to support the initiative and to help keep the Unizone fare low. GTR are also looking at how they can use their ‘Key’ smartcard product to provide a better passenger experience for the user of the Unizone product.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
19515
Session
2015-16
Subjects
Concessions Railways Students Hastings University of Brighton Govia Thameslink Railway
Link
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