31 March 2025
RMT Press Office:
Rail union RMT, criticised the Scottish Government’s decision to hike ScotRail fares by 3.8% from Tuesday, calling it a blow to passengers, public transport, and Scotland’s climate commitments.
The fare increase comes off the back of the Scottish Government signing off on plans to cut hours at the majority of ScotRail ticket offices, undermining accessibility and passenger support across the network.
It also follows the reintroduction of peak fares last autumn, further increasing the cost of travel for many commuters.
RMT General Secretary Eddie Dempsey said:
“This fare hike is deeply unfair to passengers and one that Scotrail cannot justify.
“If you are serious about cutting carbon and getting people out of cars, then it does not make sense to make travel more expensive and less accessible.
“The Scottish Government needs to back its words with action freeze fares, protect staff, and start investing properly in Scotland’s publicly-owned railway.”
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