Anger as rail fares to increase by 2.3%

Campaigners and unions criticise rise, saying passengers are 'being priced off the railways'

Train railway

Commuter campaign groups and trade unions are up in arms after the government announced rail fares will increase by an average of 2.3 per cent next year.

In August, it was revealed the maximum increase for regulated fares, covering most peak time journeys and season tickets, would be 1.9 per cent.

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