Submitted on Wednesday 26th August 2015
Rejected on Wednesday 26th August 2015
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: duplicate (see below for details)
Stop charging 16/17 year olds adult fares for public transport
As a 16 year old I am not legally an adult, and do not have adult rights - so why am I being made to pay adult fares on public transport? If I get a train from Portsmouth to London I have to pay just over £30, whereas a 15 year old will pay £8 for a return.
I can't vote, I can't buy alcohol, I can't apply for certain jobs, I can't go to nightclubs or age-restricted venues, I can't view 18 films, I can't buy 18 games - therefore why charge me for public transport as if I am 18? Why take advantage of the fact I am 16 or 17?
If it's not possible to change 16/17 year olds paying adult fares, I would like to see the introduction of a 'teen' fare for public transport.
Thank you.
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