Reduce train fares for valid UK students, at all stages of the education system.

Rejected 21 signatures

What the petition asks

Students studying in London have the option for up to 40% discount (via student discount apps) when travelling on a London bound route. However students outside this area have to purchase a 16-25 rail card at the cost of £30, in order to get a deduction to travel costs.

The main restriction of the 16-25 rail card is that a minimum fare of £12 applies to rail journeys between 4:30am and 10:00am Monday to Friday - often when students commute to university.
Many students often commute for education, visit family or work thus subject to fares daily. However some students often do not have the opportunity to work alongside there studies. In addition to the cost of living, university fees and educational resources, often does not leave much room for travel expenses.

Why it was rejected

It asked for something that is not the responsibility of the UK Government or Parliament.

We can't accept your petition because the UK Government and Parliament aren't responsible for the issue you raise. The price of train tickets is the responsibility of train operating companies.

You could start a new petition asking the Government to fund a student rail discount card, if that's what you want to happen.

Timeline

6 Apr 2019	Petition opened for signatures
7 May 2019	Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 21

Status Rejected

Rejected 7 May 2019

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