Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross is set to use the General Election campaign to urge the Scottish Government to cap bus fare journeys at £2.
The scheme is currently in effect for single journeys south of the border, excluding London, and is so far expected to run until the end of 2024.During a visit to a First Bus depot in Glasgow, Ross said his party will demand the SNP focus on the priorities of Scotland, including"improving public transport".
"We would cap bus fares at £2 for a single fare so people can get to work or visit family more affordably.
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