£1 bus scheme set to be expanded to thousands more young people

A £1 BUS scheme is being extended to thousands more young people across Wales. It is being extended to all 5-15-year-olds from today.

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The scheme, which was launched in September for 16-21-year-olds, is already proving to be a success with almost a quarter of a million journeys made by young people taking advantage of the cheaper fares, the Welsh Government said.

The extended pilot will not only provide more children and young people with unlimited affordable bus travel to help them access education and leisure but also help support the Welsh Government's efforts to encourage more people to use public transport, reduce carbon emissions and tackle poverty.