Patrick Harvie is urging young people in Glasgow to apply for the new free bus travel card.

From Monday, anyone aged between five and 21 can apply for a new Young Scot Card or National Entitlement Card to ride buses for free from the end of January.

Now the Glasgow MSP and Scottish Greens co-leader is inviting all those eligible to secure a card.

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Patrick Harvie said: “Young people will be able to travel anywhere in Scotland by bus for free from the end of the month. 

“I’d encourage young people who rely on buses for essential travel in Glasgow or their parents to apply for new entitlement cards as soon as possible.

Glasgow Times:

“As Covid travel restrictions start to lift more young people will be able to get onboard and enjoy the opportunity of free travel.

“As we emerge from the pandemic, bus services will be a crucial part of the green recovery while tackling the climate emergency, and this travel card will open up opportunities for young people and their families.

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“I’m delighted this Green policy has gone from the drawing board to reality and despite the difficulties of Covid, essential travellers such as key workers should feel the benefit from day one.”

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Those eligible are advised to apply for a new card via the Transport Scotland website as old cards will not work in the scheme.