An image shared on Facebook claims the U.K. government has announced free bus fares for immigrants.
Verdict: False
There is no evidence to support the claim. Both Logically Facts and U.K.-based outlet Full Fact have debunked the claim.
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The Facebook image claims the U.K. government has announced free bus fares for immigrants.
“It’s obvious now why bus fares go up to £3,” text overlay on the image begins. “Shortly after they announced free bus fares for immigrants. You are paying for there [sic] ride,” it continues. The image features U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer…
