Major free bus travel rule change from today as millions now forced to pay more

NewsCost Of LivingTransportMillions of Brits will lose access to the free bus pass13:24, 01 Sep 2026A free bus pass initiative that benefited millions of households across the UK last month has come to an end.‌Rachel Reeves unveiled the Great British Summer Savings scheme earlier this year, before she and former Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer were removed from office and succeeded by Andy Burnham and John Healey.‌The programme introduced by the ex-Chancellor provided various discounts to families in an effort to promote days out and visits to numerous summer attractions as well as dining establishments.‌Click here for the latest on Greater Manchester's politics in our newsletterAmong the scheme's benefits was complimentary bus travel for all children under 15, alongside reduced VAT on chi