Department for Transport confirms bus rule in England will be lifted next week

NewsMidlands NewsBirmingham BusesOver 14 million people have just DAYS to act06:05, 24 Aug 2026Department for Transport confirms bus rule in England will be lifted next weekA new bus passenger rule in England is set to be lifted this week under the Labour Party Prime Minister Andy Burnham. Over 14 million people have just DAYS to cash in on free bus pass perk from former Chancellor Rachel Reeves.‌The government launched a Summer Bus Fare Offer, giving children aged five to 15 free travel on most local buses throughout August. The scheme began on August 1 and runs until the end of August, the Department for Transport has confirmed, meaning families have only a short time left to make use of the perk.‌Local councils and bus operators may have extra rules in place for this scheme. These could