Fare Dodgers On East Midlands Railway Face Increased Fines

Fare-dodgers who use trains from Market Harborough will face hefty fines from today.

Penalties have gone up from £20 to £100, plus the cost of the single fare applicable to the intended journey.

The rise has been brought in by East Midlands Railway in a bid to deter people from getting on board without a ticket.

Neil Grabham, Customer Services Director at East Midlands Railway, said: “The vast majority of our customers always buy a ticket, and they understand that for the railway to successfully operate, improve, and secure investment, fares need to be paid for.

“Sadly though, there are a minority of determined people who always look to evade paying or look for ways to work the system.

“Following direction from the Department for Transport and in line with other train operators, EMR will be increasing Penalty Fares. By doing so, we hope to provide a proper deterrent to those intent on travelling without a ticket.’’