Most bus fares in England to be capped at £2 from January, says Burnham
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced that a £2 cap on bus fares across England will be reinstated starting in January and will remain in effect through 2027. The policy is funded by re-prioritizing the government budget, specifically by replacing international climate project grants with loans.
Why it matters
The policy directly impacts the cost of living for commuters, but the decision to divert climate funding has sparked significant debate regarding the government's environmental commitments.
In his second full day in office, Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced that a £2 cap on bus fares in England will be reinstated from January and be in effect throughout 2027.
For some, like in Manchester and Liverpool, they are already operating a £2 cap scheme, and while there will be extra funding for the devolved nations, there is no obligation for them to introduce the policy.
While welcoming the policy to support families with the cost of living, opposition politicians criticise the funding, length of the scheme, and say it does not go far enough.
Media caption, This phase of government is about 're-prioritising', says PM
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