Petition · Department for Transport

Seek regulation with other governments of cross-Channel ferry & rail services

Open for signatures 43 signatures

What the petition asks

Seek to work with other governments to introduce price caps, regulatory oversight and public service obligations on cross-Channel ferry and rail passenger services, similar to those applied to domestic transport, to help ensure fares are fair, proportionate and affordable for UK residents.
We believe that cross-Channel ferry and rail fares have been excessively high for many years, including before Brexit, and these remain largely unregulated. These routes function as the UK’s primary land connection to mainland Europe, yet we feel they are treated as premium commercial services rather than essential transport infrastructure. In the context of the cost-of-living crisis, we think this places an unreasonable burden on UK residents and restricts mobility for work, family and essential travel.

Timeline

23 Feb 2026 Petition opened for signatures

Key facts

Signatures 43
Status Open for signatures
Department Department for Transport
Opened 23 Feb 2026

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 26 Jul 2026.