Written questions

Community Transport: Rural Areas

Commons · Question 25121 · Tabled 28 Aug 2026 · Department for Transport · Official record

Answered 8 Sep 2026

Question

Asked by Edward Morello

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment her Department has made of the potential impact of the £2 bus fare cap on the viability of community transport services in West Dorset.

Answer

Answered by Simon Lightwood, 8 Sep 2026

Community transport operators may participate in the National Bus Fare Cap Scheme where they operate eligible services and choose to take part. Participating operators are eligible for reimbursement in respect of discounted journeys made under the scheme....