Anger over bus companies raising prices in Leeds following mayor's £2 fare cap

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It seems fares that were usually cheaper than £2 have been increased by some operators

He said: “It is completely ridiculous that people who may rely on shorter bus journeys across West Yorkshire with fares below £2 have now seen the price hiked during a cost of living crisis.

“Once again, we hear Labour politicians blaming anyone but themselves, when in reality they should have had the foresight to see how advertising £2 fares anywhere anytime would in fact lead to £2 fares.”herself, who has vowed to take the issue up with operators. "It’s disappointing that some operators are using this as an opportunity to sneak up fares on previously cheaper routes.

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