Free travel pilot scheme for young people approved
The 29-week scheme for those aged five to 18 will run from February and is expected to cost £7.6m.
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"The cost of a bus or tram journey should never be what stops a young person getting to college, taking up an apprenticeship, joining a sports club or simply spending time with friends."
— Fran Belbin , Politician
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The 29-week scheme for those aged five to 18 will run from February and is expected to cost £7.6m.
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