A CAMPAIGN has been launched to make the temporary scrapping of peak rail fares permanent.

The pilot scheme, which began in October last year and has been extended until next month, is set for an imminent review by the Scottish Government as talks continue over keeping the current deal in place.

The Scottish Greens, who pushed for the move, are calling for the 'unfair tax' to be removed long-term to allow passengers who regularly use the railways to save cash when commuting.

They have previously highlighted how the policy has saved Inverclyde passengers hundreds of pounds.

The party's transport spokesperson, Mark Ruskell, said: "The removal of peak rail fares, and the shift to off-peak fares all day, has already supported hundreds of thousands of commuters through the cost of living crisis and encouraged people to get out of cars.

“With a new First Minister taking office, I hope that this change is made permanent and that it can play a key role on our journey to fairer, greener and better transport for Scotland.”