No Travel Subsidy Tomorrow

[seagullsovergrimsby]

They're still working on this. Key Cards are issued by B&H Buses, Metrobus Buses and Southern Rail - but they are not interchangeable even among these three companies (even though they are all part of the Go Ahead Group). I believe the first steps towards interavailability will happen later this year.

Why so slow? God knows. I was a member of a regional working group back in the 1990s that was trying to ensure that a single smartcard might be developed to cover all bus, tube and rail services throughout the South East (including London) - but nothing much came of this, largely because of squabbles about detail, that focused on technical issues, rather than customer convenience. Eventually, London Buses and London Underground got fed up with the lack of progress and went their own way with Oyster. That now leaves everyone with the problem of integrating Oyster with The Key.

Getting other smartcard systems (like Albion season tickets, Nectar Cards and Costa Coffee Cards) all working the same way is a dream - but I'm not holding my breath. I guess someone might invent a universal system sooner or later. I've got a great idea for the brand name. It could be called "Cash".

TfL (Transport For London) also have "wave and pay" , contactless payments with a debit or credit card using the same smart reader which you "tap in" with an Oyster card.

 

[dougdeep]

Sounds like a good idea that - not much more than Lewes either. Where's the best place to park in Seaford ?

If you're coming from Eastbourne, turn right at the mini roundabout at the station and it's all free down there. There are some good takeaways in that road too. (Claremont Road)

 

[seagullsovergrimsby]

Will there be an official "How do I pay my penalty fare charge ?" thread this evening

 

[HawkTheSeagull]

Will there be an official "How do I pay my penalty fare charge ?" thread this evening

Or a topic seeking legal advice as the poster of the topic will be getting prosecuted.

Still if people want to kick off over a few quid then let them - I'm sure the police at Brighton and Falmer will be very welcoming.

 

[Herr Tubthumper]

Or a topic seeking legal advice as the poster of the topic will be getting prosecuted.

Still if people want to kick off over a few quid then let them - I'm sure the police at Brighton and Falmer will be very welcoming.

If there was any justice the police will be arresting Southern and their apologists.

 

[HawkTheSeagull]

The police should be arresting Southern and their apologists.

Good for you - as then you will have no service at all - then you can really moan !!

 

[Ernest]

Or a topic seeking legal advice as the poster of the topic will be getting prosecuted.

Still if people want to kick off over a few quid then let them - I'm sure the police at Brighton and Falmer will be very welcoming.

Why is an out of court settlement costing me £200 ? Or how can I get a visa for the USA now I have a criminal record ?As per the UK Rail forum discussions

 

[HawkTheSeagull]

Why is an out of court settlement costing me £200 ? Or how can I get a visa for the USA now I have a criminal record ?As per the UK Rail forum discussions

It can stop you getting a US visa ? Christ never knew it could stop you getting one of those - it's almost as if it isn't worth being so right and skip a few quid.

 

[WATFORD zero]

If they are charging the cars as they enter at Mill Road P&R, what about the people who walk to it

 

[Caveman]

Not if I get there first!!

Too late im already in it.

 

[happypig]

It can stop you getting a US visa ?

Every cloud has a silver lining...

Oh, and for anyone wondering, maximum fine for attempting to travel without buying a ticket is £1000

 

[Braders]

Whatever a bus saver costs I guess.

 

[HawkTheSeagull]

Mill Road and Mithras House will be full up within the next 10 minutes. P&R binfest is looking incredibly likely !!

 

[seagullsovergrimsby]

Mill Road and Mithras House will be full up within the next 10 minutes. P&R binfest is looking incredibly likely !!

Looks like there will be quite a few who pre-booked who wont be able to get in

 

[HawkTheSeagull]

Looks like there will be quite a few who pre-booked who wont be able to get in

If you pre-booked - a space is reserved for you at the site you chose.

 

[seagullsovergrimsby]

If you pre-booked - a space is reserved for you at the site you chose.

Transport Manager ‏@BHAFCtransport 31s
That's it sports fans BOTH P&R sites are FULL. Only use if you have pre-paid. #bhafc [MENTION=3757]readingfc[/MENTION]

 

[seagullsovergrimsby]

Kay Norton ‏@BHALush 3m
Train barriers operating at Brighton station. You WILL need a ticket. #bhafc

 

[Deleted User X18H]

Driver of a 5a refused me when I waved my pass at him. Luckily I bought a mobile saver.

 

[Mr deez]

I've paid for a bus there, and expect to get the train back. Given the queues, will it even be physically possible for me to buy a ticket?

 

[HawkTheSeagull]

I've paid for a bus there, and expect to get the train back. Given the queues, will it even be physically possible for me to buy a ticket?

Be best to go to Falmer station and buy a single for the train home before the game - especially as barriers are in operation.

Adult return from Seaford to Falmer is only £3.60 - if you want a £20 penalty fare instead of paying that then be Southern's guest !!