A parent-powered campaign calling for cheaper bus fares for college students travelling into Greater Manchester has taken a huge step towards becoming a reality.
For the last few months, I’ve been working on a deal with Labour’s parliamentary candidate for High Peak, Jon Pearce, and Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham to extend the ‘Our Pass’ scheme to include young people in High Peak, making journeys into Greater Manchester much cheaper, saving families thousands of pounds a year.
This deal is ready to go, but it can only happen with a Labour mayor; any other candidate would have to start from scratch. By voting for me on May 2nd, we can save High Peak parents thousands of pounds a year and ensure our young people can access the education they deserve.
Mum of two and campaign organiser Vickie Sharpe said: “This goes to show that a committed group of people really can make a difference. All we’ve ever asked is that our politicians work together to ensure our young people get the best possible start in life and I can’t thank Jon, Claire, and Andy enough.”
Labour’s Jon Pearce said: “Extending the ‘Our Pass’ scheme to include young people living in High Peak isn’t just the right thing do to, it also makes huge economic sense. If more young people can afford to go to college, those institutions will benefit financially. Not to mention the added spend in local cafes, shops, and other businesses.”
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