Teen bus discount scheme reaches Sidmouth and Ottery
TEENAGERS in Sidmouth and Ottery who use public transport will be boosted when a discount initiative is extended into the region later this month.
The Smartrider bus pass scheme will offer more benefits to post 16 students.
The Devon County Council (DCC) project is tailored to students entitled to assistance on their journey to and from college.
Teens will be able to use the pass to receive a number of benefits during off-peak times, including evenings, college days and weekends.
Stagecoach Southwest will offer a third off adult fares during off-peak times.
You may also want to watch:
Councillor Stuart Hughes, DCC member for Highways and Transportation, said: “This scheme is a great example of partnership working with bus companies and these additional off-peak benefits are being provided at no additional cost.”
Delighted Councillor Christine Channon, DCC member for Schools and Skills, said: “It’s pleasing we are able to respond to the Youth Parliament’s concerns about improving access to public transport.”
Most Read
- 1 Tipton St John children's author wins national award for pioneering work
- 2 Stalker jailed and banned from Ottery St Mary
- 3 'I feel that front line workers should be vaccinated as soon as possible'
- 4 Sidmouth vaccinations are off to a good start
- 5 Police to use ANPR cameras to enforce Covid rules across Devon
- 6 Sid Valley Practice appeals for help during vaccine rollout
- 7 Government scraps proposals to increase house building quota in East Devon
- 8 How the Beeching Report signalled the end of the line for many local railways
- 9 Tar Barrel Night paintings will help keep the event rolling
- 10 'We are passionate about involving young people in planning'
Entitled students who apply for a pass will be able to start using it as soon as they receive it during mid to late August.
For information visit www.devon.gov.uk/school_transport or call 0845 155 1019.
