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A National Railcard to Deliver Growth: The London Commuter Network gives discounts to regular travellers, will this work in the regions?

Douglas Medrisch, Analyst, The Railway Consultancy Ltd.

Abstract

This paper starts by giving an account of the research done to date on a National Railcard. It includes findings on two reports published by The Railway Consultancy Ltd. in April and August 2003. It then conducts additional analysis of the Regional Railway Market to assess the likely impact of this scheme on this market. Finally, it gives an account of the debate up to date and sets out a preliminary agenda for further research.

Contents

  • Introduction
  • Main problems in fares policy
  • A National Railcard for the United Kingdom: Summary & Aggregate results
  • The regional railway market in the United Kingdom
  • Discussing the impact for the regions
  • The debate so far
  • Conclusions
  • References

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