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<p>Concessionary travel legislation gives local authorities the flexibility to offer
discretionary local travel concessions, such as free travel to jobseekers.</p><p>The
Jobcentre Plus offers a range of transport support for people seeking employment,
including access to a Flexible Support Fund and a discount Travel Card.</p><p> </p><p>It
is also encouraging to see operator-led initiatives, such as Stagecoach’s ‘Back on
Board’ scheme, which offers jobseekers half price single and return tickets.</p>
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