Whilst the government announced earlier this year that they would be funding free travel for children (aged 5-15) during August this didn’t extend to trams (as funding of this type never does!). But the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) have now confirmed that the offer will also be available on South Yorkshire Supertram as they will be providing the funding for this.
Oliver Coppard, South Yorkshire’s Mayor, said: “Free public transport has changed lives for young people and families in Barnsley, and I couldn’t be prouder of that scheme. We’re now building on what we’ve started, making it happen in Sheffield and working to extend that support across South Yorkshire through our People’s Network.
“I’m really pleased that families right across South Yorkshire are going to get a taste over the summer holidays of what free public transport can do. We’ve gone further than the Government’s summer travel scheme by extending free travel to Supertram too, meaning children and young people under 16 can travel for free on buses and trams throughout August.
“Summer should be a chance for families to enjoy themselves and make the most of everything South Yorkshire has to offer. We’ll help families save money over the holidays now, while continuing our work to give every young person more freedom and access to opportunity, and every family a little more money in their pocket.”
No registration is needed for this offer with unlimited free journeys available for eligible children. Adults will still need to pay though!