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Train Passengers Face Potential 5.8 Fares Hike
The proposed 5.8% fare increase follows a 4.6% rise last year amid declining train punctuality, with season ticket costs set to rise substantially, according to government and campaigner data.
- The UK government has not yet decided on rail fare rises for next year amid ongoing network reliability issues and fare increase concerns.
- This comes as Retail Price Index inflation reached 4.8% in July, which could trigger a 5.8% fare hike if the existing formula is reused.
- Train punctuality is at its lowest in over five years, with cancelled trains, driver shortages, and complaints about poor services in Surrey.
- Campaign for Better Transport CEO Ben Plowden said rising fares are "ripping off the customer" and deterring passengers, urging fare reform to boost use.
- The government aims to balance affordability for passengers and taxpayers while progressing public ownership through Great British Railways to improve reliability.
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