Passengers across Wales will see regulated rail fares rise by up to 6% from March 2025, following a decision by the Welsh Labour Government. Transport for Wales, which has been heavily subsidised by taxpayers, cites rising costs as the reason for the fare hike. Friustration continues to grow among passengers, as severe disruptions and incomplete works on the Core Valley Lines persist, leaving passengers questioning the value for money and the significant taxpayer investment in the service.
Commenting, Welsh Conservative Shadow Cabinet Secretary for Transport and Infrastructure, Peter Fox MS, said:
“Labour-run Transport for Wales need to ensure that services are improved so that hard working commuters get what they deserve.”
“Passengers across the Core Valley Lines have faced severe disruption and the works are still ongoing. It’s no wonder passengers will question these increases whilst patiently awaiting the works being finished.”
“People want value for money, and until significant service improvements are delivered across Wales, passengers will continue to question the hundreds of millions of pounds Labour has spent on TfW, alongside the rising cost of passenger fares.”
