The interests of a significant minority are being neglected as everyday tasks are conducted via smartphones and tablets On the eve of this week's rail strikes, it was reported that industry bosses are planning to phase out paper train tickets and shut almost 1,000 station ticket offices in England. The government says nothing has been decided. But the transport secretary, Grant Shapps, has made no secret of his desire to see savings delivered in this way; some stations, Mr Shapps likes to point ...
The Guardian view on digital exclusion: online must not be the only option | Editorial
The Guardian - 23 Jun 2022 20:02
The interests of a significant minority are being neglected as everyday tasks are conducted via smartphones and tablets On the eve of this week's rail strikes, it was reported that industry bosses are planning to phase out paper train tickets and shut almost 1,000 station ticket offices in England. The government says nothing has been decided. But the transport secretary, Grant Shapps, has made no secret of his desire to see savings delivered in this way; some stations, Mr Shapps likes to point ...
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