Cable car fares need an overhaul

Commenting on figures that showed the Thames cable car having its lowest ever usage in the week ending 15th December, Caroline Pidgeon commented:

"It is normal practice for a new transport link to experience a growing number of passengers as people find out about the route and start using it on a regular basis.

"The Thames cable car is totally bucking the trend with its passenger figures seeing a consistent downward trend.

"It is time for the Mayor and TfL to face up to the facts that few people see little point in regularly using the cable car under its current fare structure.

"Having poured so much public money into the scheme the Mayor must now ensure it operates as an integral form of public transport.

"A good start would be to ensure that people with a relevant Travelcard are not charged again for using a publicly funded transport scheme."

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