Public Transport Bonus: How to Get It

Many European countries are seeking smart solutions for more sustainable mobility, as well as to reduce living and fuel costs. Here are the most successful proposals.

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Public transport bonus: how to apply
Ultimately, it's a way to put money in the pockets of people who need it. Without any form of parasitism. public transport bonus It's expanding across Europe, including Italy. But how does it work? How do you apply? And what are the most effective models?

PUBLIC TRANSPORT BONUS    

With the increase in costs due to international instability and inflation, especially for natural gas, several countries of the European Community have tried to find solutions to reduce costs for familiesThe choice of some was precisely that of facilitate travel by public transport, and avoid waste with the car, also encouraging a more sustainable mobility.
In Italy for example, the Ministry of Labour and Social Policy granted citizens a Public Transport BonusThe initiative guarantees coverage up to 60 euros of subscriptions, monthly or yearly, with the operating companies contributing to the resolution.
To date, however, our country does not yet have the appropriate resources to achieve theEuropean average levelsPublic transport is saturated and the kilometres of rails are still few. Not to mention the southern regions which seem to be almost inaccessible from Naples onwards.
tram, local public transport service

HOW TO GET THE TRANSPORT BONUS

To access the bonus the citizen cannot exceed the income threshold of 35 thousand euros and must purchase a subscription within the calendar month of issue. The promotion is valid from September 1, 2022, until the end of the year. The subscription may also begin after the purchase date. To request it, simply access the transport bonus portal with credentials SPID and follow the required steps.

WHO IS ENTITLED TO THE TRANSPORT BONUS

Il transport bonus is aimed at everyone, any citizen who will have a ISEE with an income less than or equal to 35 thousand euros will be able to take advantage of this benefit, which can prove to be a godsend for a family. Moreover, any individual can request it, provided they meet the established access requirements.

STUDENT TRANSPORT BONUS

The same bonus is also valid for to cover the expenses of students, both adults and minors, to go to school or university. The procedures for requesting it do not change and are provided on the official website of the Ministry of LabourThis is a smart solution for families and students who rely on public transportation and face ever-increasing expenses.

public transport bonus in Italy

TRANSPORT BONUS GERMANY

The German government has managed to offer citizens and tourists with only nine euros a month, travel throughout the Germany and on any form of public transportation. For almost the entire summer season, from June to August, German commuters enjoyed almost free travel on regional trains and local services. All classes above first, high-speed trains, and long-distance buses and trains were excluded.

The measure was taken as an experiment by the Green Party to reduce fuel consumption, to counter inflation and thus partially lower the cost of living. The World Economic Forum confirmed that the initiative has allowed Germany to reduce CO2 emissions by approximately 1,8 million tons for a 7 percent decrease on emissions in the country.

SPAIN TRANSPORT BONUS

In Spain the Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has agreed that from the 1st of September until the 31st of December the monthly season tickets for regional and medium distance MD trains, specifically for routes of less than 300 kilometres and therefore also the most used by commuters, and multi-journey tickets will be free for the entire population o will subject to discounts. Each autonomous region instead for the local services will be able to take advantage of one 30 percent discount, already in force throughout the country.

THE EXAMPLE OF TALLINN

The capital of theEstonia, since 2013, has adopted the measure of free public service throughout the cityIt is not the only one in Europe to have implemented initiatives of this kind, but it is certainly among the first and longest-running currently. An example of administrative and structural success that can truly serve as an example for other countries that still don't believe it is possible. a much more ambitious project than a public transport bonus, as well as that of Luxembourg.

FREE TRANSPORT IN LUXEMBOURG

The State of Luxembourg acted as a pioneer in the fight against greenhouse gas emissions in the atmosphere with a long-term plan that is now active since 2020. In particular, the country offers free public services It's accessible to all citizens and allows for frequent travel with excellent connections. This is responsible for the growing number of people who have abandoned their cars at home to embrace a more sustainable and certainly less energy-intensive form of transportation. This also benefits air quality and reduced fuel consumption, which ultimately also reduces the cost of living.

SUSTAINABLE MOBILITY MALTA

In this case we are talking about a real upheaval of the national transport planIn 2021, the government approved a measure that will take effect in October 2022. Following Luxembourg's lead, citizens and tourists will be able to enjoy completely free public transport. This is the second country in Europe to achieve such a significant milestone, both for the population and the environment.

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