Tag #Public Transport

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English and Welsh Rail Fares Increase by 4.6%

Rail fares in England and Wales will rise by 4.6% from Sunday, impacting annual season tickets and railcards, despite ongoing service issues; the government justifies this as necessary due to the railway's financial problems.

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48% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
taz.de
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Berlin's 9-Euro-Fonds Ends After Subsidizing Public Transport for 31,700

A Berlin activist group, the 9-Euro-Fonds, ended its program of subsidizing public transport after three months, having collected 9 euros monthly from 31,700 members to cover 4,000 fines for fare evasion; the group cited the increase in the national transport ticket price to 58 euros as a reason for...

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Reduced Inequality
dailymail.co.uk
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Scotland's "Just Transition" Plan: New Measures Target Drivers Amidst Public Transport Shortcomings

The Scottish government's draft "just transition plan" proposes reducing car usage by 2045 via smaller parking spaces, road user charges, and reduced car ownership per household, despite inadequate public transport and high Low Emission Zone fines totaling £12 million in Scotland's largest cities.

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milano.corriere.it
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Milan Public Transport Petition Demands 30% Discount Amid Service Cuts

In Milan, Italy, a citizen petition demands a 30% discount on public transport subscriptions due to a significant service reduction in 2023-2024, supported by independent studies showing a 15-20% decrease in routes since 2016, leading to widespread delays and user complaints.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
zeit.de
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Landshut Joins Munich Transport Association in 2026

Landshut city council approved joining Munich's transport association (MVV) in 2026, following the Landkreis Landshut's decision, leading to cheaper fares for many but a small increase for some social pass holders; the MVV is expanding rapidly in Southern Bavaria due to government funding, but some ...

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
dw.com
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Verdi Union's Warning Strike Cripples German Public Transportation"

A nationwide warning strike by the Verdi union in Germany on Friday will severely disrupt public transportation across six states due to ongoing collective bargaining disputes, impacting 53,000 employees and causing widespread travel disruptions.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
azatutyun.am
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Yerevan Bus Drivers Ordered to Stop for Unpaid Fares: City Remains Silent

Audio recordings reveal unidentified individuals instructing Yerevan bus drivers to stop vehicles if passengers fail to pay fares; city authorities remain silent despite public outcry and demands for explanations.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
zeit.de
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Trier Weststrecke Reopens After 40-Year Hiatus

Passenger train service resumed on the 19-kilometer Trier Weststrecke in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, on March 3rd, 2025, after a 40-year hiatus, costing roughly €150 million and improving connections to Luxembourg for commuters, funded largely by the federal government.

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bbc.com
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Belfast Glider Expansion Scaled Back Due to Funding Shortfall

Due to insufficient funding (£35m secured of £148m needed), plans to extend Belfast's Glider bus service to Glengormley and Carryduff are scaled back, impacting residents and raising concerns about future public transport projects. Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins stated that the project was "not...

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40% Bias Score

Sustainable Cities and Communities
smh.com.au
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Victoria to Adopt Contactless Payment for Public Transport in 2026

Victorians will be able to use contactless bank card and smartphone payments for public transport from early 2026, starting with the rail network and expanding to buses and trams later, following a successful trial in Wangaratta.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
elmundo.es
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Euskotren Ridership Surges 12.67% in 2024

Euskotren, a Basque public transport company, saw a 12.67% increase in passengers in 2024 (53.9 million), driven by a 50% fare discount and infrastructure expansions, resulting in an 8 million euro profit increase; future expansion includes the Donostialdea metro.

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40% Bias Score

Sustainable Cities and Communities
lefigaro.fr
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RER E Line Extension Plagued by Technical Issues, Causing Major Disruptions

The recent extension of the RER E line in Paris is experiencing numerous technical issues, including a complete service interruption on Tuesday between Haussmann-Saint-Lazare and Nanterre-La Folie stations, due to incompatible lubricating systems between different train models, impacting thousands o...

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