Tuesday 22 September 2020
Bus passengers that are aged 65 years and over and reside in Guernsey, Alderney or Herm are now able to apply for a concessionary bus pass. This will entitle these passengers to free travel on all scheduled bus services, with the only exception being the Friday and Saturday 'Nightowl' late services, giving continued freedom of access to many areas of the island.
Islanders over 65 have enjoyed free bus travel since 2001. In order to standardise the type of ID presented to drivers, a specific concessionary bus pass has now been issued. As with all other Puffin passes in issue, concessionary pass holders will be required to scan their pass as they board. This will ensure the accurate recording of passenger statistics.
Islanders aged 65 years and over who do not currently have one of the new concessionary bus passes are being encouraged to take advantage of the scheme by obtaining one. These passes will be necessary for free travel after 31st October 2020.
The cost of obtaining a concessionary pass is £2.50 and application forms are available from the CT Plus shop at the Albany (behind the bus terminus). Applications are usually able to be processed whilst the applicant waits. Should an applicant have difficulty in attending the shop in person, please contact CT Plus' customer care team on 01481 700456 for alternative arrangements to be made.
A recognised form of ID stating the applicants age will be required, alongside a passport-sized photograph to protect the card against fraud or misuse. A photo can be taken at the shop if required for ease of the applicant.
The cards have a validity of 15 years, after which time concessionary passengers will be required to re-apply and will be charged at the rate of that time.