Now that bus ticket machines can now scan and record the ENCTS QR code, should it be changed so the council that issued the pass pays the bus operator*. It could be done with a sort of computerised clearing house. Would mean that councils with a lot of tourist traffic would benefit. Why should (for instance) Cumbria council tax payers have to pay for Greater Manchester residents fun days out?
*Currently the council for the start of the journey pays.
*Currently the council for the start of the journey pays.