Written question WQ86214

We are proposing a new model for bus services in Wales, which will allow us to work with local authorities to design the bus networks their communities need and put contracts in place to deliver them.

This is the most far-reaching plan across the UK, and a vital step to reverse the damage of deregulation. We have to make sure people have a bus service they can rely on, which is easy to use, and puts people before profit.

There are already schemes in place which offer discounted travel to those who need it the most. Our £60m mandatory concessionary fares scheme offers free travel to the elderly and those with certain disabilities. Our £2m MyTravelPass scheme gives discounted travel to young people. We continue to work with Transport for Wales to explore options for integrated ticketing.