There are several social media and YouTube videos circulating claiming that wide-ranging changes have been or are about to be made to the English National Concessionary bus pass. Some of these posts are quite convincing and sophisticated, making use of AI technology and even appearing to be presented by well-known media figures. The motivation of those behind these videos can only be guessed at, however they are clearly immune to the fact that they will be causing distress or confusion to some who rely on their bus passes for mobility.
Please be assured that these messages are false – there are NO plans to change the validity of passes; whether to routes, times of use or geographical availability. You may continue to use your pass as normal.
You can continue to get a bus pass for free travel across England when you reach the State Pension age or qualify for a disabled person’s pass.