The rail union TSSA has voiced its support for the government’s decision to freeze rail fares across England, calling the move “much needed and welcome.”

The freeze, announced at Westminster ahead of Wednesday’s Budget, will hold fares at current levels for the first time in 30 years, providing relief for passengers facing ongoing cost-of-living pressures.

TSSA General Secretary Maryam Eslamdoust said:

“This move ahead of the Budget signals a much needed and welcome step for hard pressed passengers many of whom continue to struggle with the cost of living. We simply must have a railway which can be used by all—and that means fair fares. Our railways are the economic backbone of the country, and we can only build a better, fairer, Britain with a railway run in the public interest in all respects—including when it comes to fares.”

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