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SINGAPORE – Bus and train fares will rise by 7 per cent from Dec 28, although the hike will be cushioned for more than one in two Singaporeans, who enjoy concessionary fares.
For the first time, this group will include polytechnic students, who will enjoy student concessions.
The hike is the maximum allowed in this year’s formula, and the biggest percentage jump since 1998 – driven largely by a spike in fuel and energy costs.
Adult card fares will rise by nine cents per trip.
In its annual revision announcement on Tuesday (Oct 8), the Public Transport Council (PTC) said senior citizens, low-wage workers, persons with disabilities and school students will see the smallest increase of four cents.
On the other hand, those who pay by cash or buy single-trip tickets – mostly visitors or infrequent users – will pay 20 cents more per trip, believed to be the single biggest increase so far.
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