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An MP-led push for free bus travel for under-22s in England might sound like a youth perk. In reality, it could be one of the most impactful labour market interventions in years. By removing a stubborn barrier between young people and the workplace, it offers a direct benefit to employers: access to a wider, more diverse pool of talent.
What’s the idea?
The proposal comes from the House of Commons Transport Committee, which has urged ministers to pilot a scheme giving free bus travel to under-22s in England. Similar programmes already operate in Scotland and parts of Wales, where young people can travel at no cost on registered local bus services.
