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A north England Oyster-style travel card could unify multiple networks and ease cross-region travel.
The plan would connect Greater Manchester, West Yorkshire, and South Yorkshire networks for easier trips.
Taxpayers could see savings through automatic fare caps on a single payment system.
The scheme is described as potentially boosting the Northern economy over five years.
Campaigners back the idea as a way to reduce travel barriers within the north.
There are no formal plans yet, but mayors and leaders are exploring options.
The idea leverages existing regional transport initiatives and ticketing work.
Supporters say one-tap, one fare cap could unlock opportunities across the north.
The thinktank behind the proposal is the Good Growth Foundation.

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Burnham unveiled a 20% business rates cut for pubs as part of his Makerfield byelection policy plan.
The plan would raise thresholds for smaller hospitality and retail firms to reduce rate payments.
A taper system would prevent a sudden cliff edge in payments as rates are cut.
The plan would be funded by higher levies on large online warehouses and empty property owners.
Burnham framed the policy as a critique of the current government’s approach to small businesses.
Burnham said he would not go beyond Labour’s manifesto promises in government.
The proposals come ahead of Burnham’s bid to return to Westminster in the Makerfield byelection on June 18.
The policy aligns with Labour criticisms of government support for small businesses.
The Guardian notes the plan surpasses a January Treasury proposal for a 15% cut with real-term freezes.
UK Hospitality reaction highlighted that policy ideas should also consider VAT relief for hospitality.

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