Sadiq Khan launches £24m plan to cut Tube and rail fares on Fridays

The video announces a new off-peak Friday policy allowing cheaper travel on public transport in London for three months. The initiative aims to alleviate the cost of living crisis and boost business, especially in hospitality and retail. The policy is funded with £24 million to compensate train companies for potential losses. The trial's success will be monitored, with hopes of increasing public transport usage on Fridays. The policy has received positive feedback from businesses and aims to encourage more people to return to offices on Fridays. Additionally, there is a call to discourage youth vaping.

What are some of the sectors that the policy aims to support during the cost of living crisis?

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What challenges do employers face in getting people back to the office on Fridays?

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