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22 - Apr - 2014

A London commuter? You could in line for a cash rebate!

Under plans submitted by the London Assembly Tories this week, if you’re a London commuter you could be in line to receive a cash rebate!    The Assembly propose that commuters who walk or cycle to work, and those taking up the range of flexible travel options, could see a cashback amount on their annual tickets as an encouragement to healthier lifestyles.  For residents in areas such as Beckenham and Bromley, also known as Zones 5/4, this could amount to as much as £310.50!  In addition, Transport for London is being pushed to launch the part-time travel cards as soon as possible that the Mayor of London promised.

These suggestions have been raised after Roger Evans, a Conservative London Assembly member, published two reports that investigated ways of making flexible working easier and cheaper for Londoners.  The reports claim that better flexibility would allow more people to work on a remote basis, thereby reducing congestion in the UK’s capital city, particularly during busy periods.  Mr Evans says: “These annual commuter refunds will encourage regular cycling and walking, and put cash back in your pocket for making those healthy choices.”  He added: “We have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to fundamentally reform our patterns of work and how we travel.”

Boris Johnson, London Mayor, has indicated that he is open to hearing more about the suggestions, welcoming more detailed proposals including the way in which the scheme would work in practice.  A spokesman said: “The Mayor sees clear benefits in flexible ticketing and has asked the TfL to introduce such arrangements from next year.  As for cash rebates, this is an idea from GLA Conservatives that he notes with interest.”

These proposals appear to be a win-win situation for commuters and for reducing congestion in London – but will a cash rebate and wanting a healthier lifestyle be enough to encourage more workers to take up two wheels or let their feet do the walking?