US EditionCost of scrapping peak rail fares will be sustainable, says Swinney
Commuters will save an average of 35% on fares as the Scottish Government eliminates peak charges to reduce car use and support environmental goals.
- On Monday 1 September, the Scottish Government scrapped peak rail fares on all ScotRail services, a change First Minister John Swinney called a `historic moment`.
- Following a year-long pilot, the Scottish Government announced earlier this year the abolition of peak fares after the Scottish Greens campaigned for its return.
- Commuters will save on average 35% on fares, with Edinburgh to Glasgow returns dropping £15.80 and Inverness to Elgin returns cut by £8.50.
- ScotRail will offer off-peak prices for all journeys, scrapping super off-peak tickets and simplifying travel, Joanne Maguire said this change makes travel simpler, more flexible and better value.
- Officials say the reform advances climate and anti-poverty goals, with John Swinney, First Minister, describing the £40 million annual cost as financially sustainable.
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Cost of scrapping peak rail fares will be sustainable, says Swinney
The First Minister said the policy would encourage people to use trains rather than cars.
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