11.12.12
Action for Rail
Campaigners are out in force today to protest against the rises in train fares, due to come into force in January 2013, as well as station closures, staff cuts, delays and the privatisation of the industry.
They are warning against the increase of ‘transport poverty’, as more and more families struggle to cover the costs of commuting.
The predicted rise in fares has already been reduced from original rates, for the second year running, perhaps indicating that the extra revenue is not actually necessary to cover vital improvements and maintenance to the network.
How much influence will these protest have on Government policy for the rail industry? the more people that turn up today, the more closely the DfT will be required to listen.
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