Coalition Government reveals new measures to tackle fare evasion

June 21, 2011

As part of the McNulty Report, several areas have been analysed to find out where cost savings and revenue generation can be achieved.  Due to the large amount of fare evasion on the UK rail network, the Coalition have decided to act.

Ladies and Gentlemen, please allow me to introduce the Government’s solution to the problem of fare evasion;

Northern Rail Class 142 "Pacer" Diesel Multiple Unit

A Government spokesperson was quoted as saying. “The new rolling stock is perfect for tackling fare evasion as those who fare evade will seriously consider their future after riding one.”