The governments of several states of the European Union, but also regional or even local authorities have launched this summer a real race of cheaper public transport tickets, including railway. Germany set the tone, followed by France and Spain. Only one country has gone against the current and has increased train tickets by 20%.
by Adrian Bărbulescu
The challenge launched by the European Commission’s Green Deal Pact, led by Ursula von der Leyen, but also the need to increase the number of railway passengers caused several authorities to intervene in order to reduce ticket costs. This measure was also thought out as a social one, given that inflation has exploded across the EU and the cost of living is rising. At least the transport should be cheaper, if we spend more on food or utilities – this seems to have been the thought process of decision-makers in the community space, be they governors, heads of regions or elected mayors.
Read the full article
Share on:
