Rail fare rises turning train travel into an 'extravagance'

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Season ticket prices increase by an average of 4.2 per cent from today, prompting protests from campaigners

Rail season ticket prices rise by an average of 4.2 per cent from today, sparking protests at stations and drawing accusations that train travel is becoming an "extravagance" few business travellers and...

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