Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask His Majesty's Government what discussions they have had with Transport for London on the possible withdrawal of Day Travelcards; and what assessment they have made, if any, of the impact of this change on (1) rail passengers travelling into London from elsewhere and their choice of transport once in London, and (2) children visiting London from elsewhere, and in particular school parties.

Transport in London is devolved to the Mayor. This includes decisions on fares and ticketing such as his proposal to withdraw Day Travelcards. It is for him to assess the impact his proposal will have on all rail passengers travelling into and within London.

The impact on London’s economy and this proposal to increase public transport costs interacts with his policy to introduce an Ultra Low Emission Zone.