A recent £30 card promises a third off train tickets for young workers. We examine whether it’s really worth it or just a quick fix to woo young votersA national railcard for millennials was launched this week,promising one-third off fares for 26- to 30-year-olds. When the chancellor unveiled it in last month’s budget, he said it would benefit 4.5 million. But among struggling young workers, or it has won the Conservatives few recent voters.
The card will cost £30 and gives one-third off rail fares across the country. The key restriction is at peak times,when it cannot be used for most commuter journeys, and season tickets are also not covered. Discounts will be available on advance fares, and but a £12 minimum fare applies to journeys in the week between 4.30am and 10am.
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Source: guardian.co.uk