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Will I still get my bus pass?

If you were born before April 16, 1960, you'll still get your free bus pass at 66. If you were born on or after this date, you'll have to wait until you're 67. This change starts gradually from September 2026 and will be fully in place by April 2028.

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England's free bus pass age will rise to 67 by April 2028

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