00:00A £2.50 bus fare cap in the North East could become untenable without longer-term government
00:06backing, according to regional leaders. The government currently funds a £3 national
00:12bus fare cap due to run until March 2027, reimbursing operators through subsidy. In the
00:20North East, Mayor Kim McGuinness has used public funds to cut a further 50 pence from
00:25fares, setting a £2.50 maximum single fare. She is calling on ministers to extend support
00:31beyond 2027, warning that without it, the scheme could face higher costs or possible
00:37fare rises. The Department for Transport is reportedly monitoring the situation closely.
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