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Older Persons Travel Pass

Transportation/Mobility

From 1 April 2008, the law regarding concessionary travel passes, or bus passes, has been changed. Now everyone, men and women, over the age of 60 is entitled to receive a pass from their local council which provides for free travel on local bus services throughout England and the pass has to be issued without any charge. 

Service ID: 273
email: kfletcher@staffordbc.gov.uk
telephone: 01785 619289
sms: 07781 471023
fax: 01785 619219
complaints: Feedback Form

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Information on Concessionary Fares

Concessionary Fares Application form

Information on  the new National Bus Concession

How can I apply for a Travel Pass?

Please request an application form or download a copy from the above link (please note this application form cannot be filled in online, please print off, fill in and return to:

Concessionary Fares
Law and Administration
Stafford Borough Council
Civic Centre
Riverside
Stafford
ST16 3AQ

What proof of identity do I require?

Applicants must produce a passport sized photograph plus proof of age and residence; eg :

  • Birth Certificate/Passport/Driving Licence 
  • A Council Tax or a Utility Bill

When can I apply?

Anyone over 60 years of age may apply at any time.  Residents nearing the age requirement may apply for a pass up to 28 days prior their 60th birthday.

Please note: The person applying for the bus pass must attend in person.

How much does it cost?

The pass is issued free of charge.

What do I do if my pass is stolen or lost?

If you lose your permit a replacement can be issued immediately. A new application, proof of identity and photograph are required. If you find your pass in the meantime please notify the office where you obtained the form.

Transport Links

To make an online request for an application form please click here

 



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