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Who pays for tram disruption?

When tram services are disrupted, as in Nottingham, the operating company typically bears the immediate costs of lost fares and alternative transport arrangements. However, the wider economic impact, including lost trade for businesses due to reduced footfall and access, can be significant. Local authorities may also incur costs for managing road closures.

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