Viseu makes public transport free and demand increases fourfold
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Viseu makes public transport free and demand increases fourfold

SIC Notícias8 September 2026 at 14:40

The Viseu City Council decided to make public transport free in the municipality. The measure comes in a context of fuel prices close to the highest value ever recorded.

In less than two weeks after the implementation of free transport, demand for public transport increased fourfold. This significant growth demonstrates the impact that the measure had on the population.

The council's decision aims to address the continuous increase in fuel prices, making travel more accessible for the citizens of Viseu.

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