HC Deb 06 March 1972 vol 832 c257W
Mr. Golding

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment by how much train fares have increased since 18th June, 1970.

Mr. Peyton

As the Railways Board operates a flexible pricing policy, there is no general rate for fare increases.

Mr. Goldings

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment by how much bus fares on State-owned buses have increased since 18th June, 1970.

Mr. Peyton

Information in this form is not readily available. But between 30th June, 1970, and 30th September, 1971, the index of stage service fares of operators other than local authorities, largely comprising operators in public ownership, increased by 20.5 per cent.