GOOD NEWS for bus passengers in Salisbury, as they will continue to be able to travel on any journey for £2 or less.
Salisbury Reds signed up to the Department for Transport (DfT) scheme, which restricts the cost of a single ticket, at the beginning of the year.
The fare cap was originally set to end on March 31 but has now been extended to June 30.
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This means that bus users will be able to hop on any single journey operated by the Salisbury bus operator in and around the city for an affordable price.
Salisbury Reds managing director Andrew Wickham said: "I am delighted to confirm that Salisbury Reds will continue to offer the £2 fare cap - in line with the government’s announcement that the initiative will be extended.
“This is about encouraging more people to leave their cars at home and choose sustainable transport instead. Like the government, we want to help reduce congestion and improve air quality across Wiltshire.
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“I am encouraged by the government’s decision and I am looking forward to welcoming new customers on board over the coming months.”
Salisbury Reds customers can also use any payment method - including tap on, tap off contactless, the app, and cash.
For more information about routes and timetables, go to salisburyreds.co.uk.
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