LISTEN: Transport campaigner, James Willis, says the increase in rail fares for Kent commuters adds pressure on families - 02/01/20

Jan 02, 2020, 06:00 AM

Kent commuters returning to work this morning after the festive break will find train fares are up - by an average of 2.7%.

The increase means people are paying more than £6,470 for a season ticket between Canterbury and London - a rise of £176.

The Rail Delivery Group says the rise is necessary to maintain the railway services