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<p>Concessionary travel is a devolved policy area, so the administrative arrangements
in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland differ from one other. All local
authorities in England have the power to introduce local concessions, including the
extension of concessionary travel to those who are yet to reach the qualifying age.</p><p>
</p><p>The age of eligibility for concessionary travel in England has been rising
in line with the changes to the state pension age. Equalising the age difference between
men and women addresses the current position of non-disabled citizens of working age
receiving free bus passes. This in turn will help the financial sustainability of
the scheme, which currently costs around £1 billion annually</p>
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