Public Transport Ticketing Schemes Block Exemption: call for inputs

The CMA is reviewing the Public Transport Ticketing Schemes Block Exemption (‘PTTSBE’) to inform its recommendation to government on whether to extend its duration, with or without further amendments, or allow it to lapse on 28 February 2026 (or revoke it before that date).

The CMA’s review will assess whether the PTTSBE is fit for purpose and will take account of the interests of businesses and consumers, as well as considering the impact of recent developments in technology and industry business models.

The CMA welcomes responses to this call for inputs from those with an interest in the PTTSBE, including businesses, trade associations, government bodies, local authorities, consumer groups, individual transport consumers, or any other parties that may have an interest in passenger transport issues.

In accordance with our policy of openness and transparency, we will publish non-confidential versions of responses on our webpages. If your response contains any information that you regard as sensitive and that you would not wish to be published, please provide at the same time a non-confidential version for publication on our webpages which omits that material and which explains why you regard it as sensitive. When submitting your response please also let us know if you wish to remain anonymous.

Further information can be found on the Public Transport Ticketing Schemes Block Exemption case page.

The responses to this call for inputs may also be shared with the Department for Business and Trade and other relevant government departments in order to facilitate consideration of the CMA’s recommendation.

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