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Bus fare cap: Passengers in England face £1 rise

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Campaign groups say it will result in a "costly start" to 2025 .

The previous limit of 2 was introduced under the Conservative government.

Fares that would be below 3 without the cap - such as many in urban areas - are only permitted to rise in line with inflation.

Buses are the most commonly-used form of public transport in Great Britain .

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English

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