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Free bus travel could lift young people out of poverty and unpick cost of living crisis. Here's how
The Poverty Alliance, which campaigned for the scheme and now wants to see it extended, said it has given people more freedom in their lives. Policy and campaigns manager Ruth Boyle told the Big Issue: “When public transport is affordable and accessible …