The Chancellor will be getting a letter from East Riding Council, urging her to reconsider the decision to increase the bus fare cap from two pounds to three.
Councillors voted to write to Rachel Reeves and local MP's highlighting The issues that East Riding residents will face.
Councillor Sean McMaster says the one pound increase will have a big impact on many individuals and communities.
Councillors emphasised the adverse effect this fare hike will have on residents who rely on buses for essential services like healthcare, education, and employment, particularly in rural communities where bus services are often the sole mode of transport.
Councillor Denis Healy says the increase will impact low income households.
Concerns were also raised about the potential environmental impact. Councillor Whittle warned that the increased fares could lead to a decline in bus usage, resulting in more car journeys and a negative effect on the environment.
This sentiment was echoed by Councillor Shephard, who described the policy as "fiscally regressive" and detrimental to both the environment and low-income individuals and families.
The council's motion calls for a unified front against the fare increase, urging local MPs to oppose the measure and stand by their constituents. They specifically encouraged MPs to follow the example of Graham Stuart MP, who has already voiced his opposition to the fare hike.
The full motion reads:
“That this Council: Acknowledges the government’s decision to raise the cap on bus fares by 50% and takes the following action:
1. Write to the Chancellor and urge her to reconsider this proposal, which will have an adverse effect on residents across the East Riding of Yorkshire.
2. Write to Sir David Davis MP, Emma Hardy MP, Dame Diana Johnson MP and Charlie Dewhirst MP to encourage them to follow the example of Graham Stuart MP and stand by their constituents to oppose this rise in fares.”
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