The government has responded amid fears pensioners could lose free bus travel in the upcoming Autumn Budget. In light of the Winter Fuel Payment cuts, both the Prime Minister and Chancellor Rachel Reeves have hinted at further cuts to restore economic balance in government finances, but have not specified where these may happen.
This has sparked fears over continued commitments to free bus travel for over 60s. For those aged 60 or over, the card currently does not have an expiry date and remains valid for life.
The Tory opposition claimed the Labour party was refusing to commit to continuing the free bus travel scheme. READ NEXT: Pollution levels are STILL too high in 64 Greater Manchester places as Clean Air Zone saga continues However, a government spokesperson has responded to the fears claiming the party has no plans to withdraw the scheme at this time.
They added: "We know how vital the free bus pass scheme is for preventing loneliness, providing access to vital services and keeping people connected to loved ones, and that’s why we have no plans to withdraw it.” In her letter to Labour transport secretary Louise Haigh, shadow transport secretary Helen Whately said: “Pensioners across the country remain hugely worried about how they will cope with the Government's recent cut to the winter fuel allowance.
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