Petition · past parliament
Require a child train fare to be ages 5-16 whilst in full time education
Closed
57 signatures
What the petition asks
Rail companies define child fares as from age 5-15. But a 16 year old can still be at school (Year 11) and has to pay an adult fare.
Companies cite the young person railcard however this cannot be used for morning fares, season tickets or fares under a certain cost. Student discounts aren't available until Year 12. This means that in their most important year 16 year old children and their family are facing the stress of paying double the amount. http://www.nationalrail.co.uk/times_fares/46494.aspx
Timeline
| 14 Sep 2018 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 14 Mar 2019 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
57
Status
Closed
Opened
14 Sep 2018
Closed
14 Mar 2019
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.