Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, if she will make an assessment of the potential merits of creating a commuter pass similar to the Swiss Half Fare card that allows individuals to pay an upfront premium for a yearly pass and receive half price rail travel.

There are many Railcards that provide eligible passengers a one third discount off the cost of most rail fares. Some Railcards in this suite can be used during the morning peak, although the 16-25, 26-30 and Veterans’ Railcards have a £12 minimum fare before 10:00 am.