Rail fares: unions and Labour condemn 'staggering' increase

Prices will rise by 3.4% on average, sparking protests at dozens of train stations as ‘passengers pay more for less’Labour and trade unions have condemned “staggering” annual increases to rail fares, which come into force on Tuesday, triggering protests at dozens of stations in England.Fares will increase by 3.4% on average, with season tickets up by 3.6%, more than the consumer price index inflation rate and well above average increases in annual earnings. Continue readi