In response to an announcement by the Mayor on Transport for London (TfL) fare increases, Siân Berry AM, Chair of the London Assembly Transport Committee, said:
“Just yesterday, the Transport Committee looked at what impact a rise in public transport fares would have on Londoners, with guests including the Deputy Mayor for Transport, Transport for London, Age UK London, London TravelWatch and Campaign for Better Transport.
“We heard that research by Age UK London found that one of the most frequent reasons for over 60s to travel before 9am was to attend health appointments, followed by going to work and caring responsibilities.
“The chief executive told us that while the ban on free travel for over 60s before 9am is not having a blanket impact, there are concerns about those in low-paid work and those who work shifts.
“The Transport Committee will continue to look at how London’s transport network is delivering for Londoners and raise concerns in this area when necessary.”
Notes to editors
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