We have an information request -see below –
1) What was the total council expenditure in 2016/17 that was spent on Older Person Bus Passes?
Devon County Council’s expenditure on the National Bus Pass in 2017/17 was £8,792,000. This amount includes funding for those with a qualifying disability as well as for older persons. We do not separate out these costs.
2) What was the total council expenditure in 2016/17 that was spent on Younger Person Bus Passes?
Devon County Council does not have a Younger Persons Bus Pass scheme unless they qualify under the disability criteria referred to in our response to question 1 above.
3) What was the total council expenditure in 2016/17 that was spent on Low income family Bus Passes?
Devon County Council does not have a low income family bus pass scheme.