'Get around for £2': Government extends regional bus fare cap to encourage greener travel

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Offer will remain available for single bus tickets on over 5,000 routes in England outside London, helping passengers save money and make more sustainable travel choices

The government has announced it has extended its £2 bus fare cap scheme until the end of October in a bid to encourage greater bus use across more than 5,000 routes. The 'Get around for £2' scheme was...

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