Kent Freedom Pass

The Kent Freedom Pass scheme is a groundbreaking initiative that will allow young people unlimited public bus services for a year, all for an annual fee of £50.

 

 

 

The scheme is designed to make travel easier and more affordable for young people, and to encourage the use of the public transport network in the longer term.  By having the freedom to travel on any public bus service people will become less reliant on private cars, reducing traffic congestion at peak times and reducing social exclusion by allowing travel at evenings and weekends.

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As the pilot areas of Canterbury, Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells have been so successful, the scheme is being rolled out in phases;

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June 07                       Canterbury, Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells

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June 08                       Malling, Maidstone, Dover and Shepway

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January 09                  Thanet and Swale

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June 09                       Countywide by including Ashford, Dartford, Gravesham and

                                 Sevenoaks.

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Application administration

Students will be able to collect application forms from schools throughout the year as there is no closing date.  Processed passes will be delivered back to schools and the student will sign for it as an added security measure.

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We will make application forms and posters available at appropriate times.  We ask that students apply early to avoid disappointment.

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Behaviour

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Each school and their Travel Co-ordinator will have a copy of the KFP Code of Conduct.  This covers what to do when there are instances of unacceptable behaviour.

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With this in mind, a Behaviour Action Plan is currently being developed, and details of this will be available in due course.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Click here for further information on how to administer the Kent Freedom Pass scheme and frequently asked questions from students and parents you may be asked on the scheme.

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If you would like further information, which is not covered in the Frequently Asked Questions, then you can contact the Kent Freedom Pass office on

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Email: kentfreedompass@kent.gov.uk or telephone : 01622 605540

 

 

Author: Kent Freedom Pass Administrator  | Published: 26-3-08  | Updated: 29-8-07  | TOP