This paper looks at trends in rail and bus fares over the past 20 years.
Public Transport Fares (209 KB , PDF)
Rail Fares since privatisation have been regulated by Government to limit the size of increases on key tickets, while allowing market forces to determine other fares. Historically, average increases have been slightly in excess of inflation, but in recent years, a trend of limiting the rises to inflation has been maintained.
Bus Fares are not regulated at a national level, but may be influenced by local authorities. Many local bus services receive subsidies to ensure that uncommercial services can continue to operate as a public service.
Further briefing papers on transport issues can be found on the Parliament website.
Public Transport Fares (209 KB , PDF)
Network Rail, train operators and British Transport Police all have a significant role in responding to and reducing suicides on the rail network. Local and national highway authorities have a similar role on the road network.
Car insurance quotes have risen by 82% since May 2021, after low insurance prices during the covid-19 pandemic when there was less driving and fewer collisions.
This Bill would nationalise franchised passenger railway services when existing contracts with private sector operators come to an end.
