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UK's New Prime Minister Announces £2 Bus Fare Cap with Bus Aunty Bemi
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2026-07-24 00:35   Politics   10

UK's New Prime Minister Announces £2 Bus Fare Cap with Bus Aunty Bemi

Nigerian-born content creator Bus Aunty Bemi, known for her viral bus-side videos, collaborated with UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham to announce a £2 bus fare cap for England.

The policy, set to take effect in January 2027, aims to reduce travel costs for millions of commuters, especially on rural and coastal routes where fares previously exceeded £10.Burnham recreated Bemi's signature filming style, holding his phone with a bus passing behind him, and joked about 'stealing her job.' Bemi welcomed the announcement, calling it a 'fantastic idea' and thanking Burnham.The fare cap, which will remain in place until the end of 2027, replaces the current £3 limit.The move is part of efforts to ease rising living costs, with the government claiming some fares could drop by up to a third.Bemi's collaboration has boosted her visibility beyond social media, following brand deals with Burberry, Ikea, and others.The event marked Burnham's first major policy rollout since becoming PM in July 2026.

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