Discounted MetroCards for Staff

Mon, 16 Nov 2015 01:45:00 GMT

The University has arranged with West Yorkshire Passenger Transport Executive/Metro the facility to purchase discounted MetroCards.  

Staff will be able to pay for West Yorkshire MetroCards through instalment payments via payroll deduction.  The next Metrocard scheme will commence on 1 January until 31 December 2016.

What cards are available to buy?

The scheme covers the five MetroCards that are currently offered for West Yorkshire Metro regions.

  • A bus only card – valid on all West Yorkshire bus services.
  • All train journeys in Zones 1, 2 & 3 (buses throughout W Yorks. area)
  • All train journeys in Zones 1, 2, 3 & 4 (buses throughout W Yorks. area)
  • All train journeys in Zones 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5 (buses throughout W Yorks. area)
  • All train journeys in Zones 2, 3, 4 & 5 (buses throughout W Yorks. area)
  • MetroCards are valid on virtually all ordinary stopping bus services in West Yorkshire

How do I join?

To apply or renew please visit: Employee Benefits under the Metrocard Discount section.

New customers will need to download and complete an application form. Completed forms should be returned together to ‘Estates and Facilities Reception’ at their new campus location at Bridge House, Aspley Marina.

Existing customers can select the appropriate MetroCard type and complete the electronic form provided to renew their card.

Closing Date for applications: Friday 20 November 2015.

Who do I contact for further information?

For all enquiries please contact sustainability@hud.ac.uk.  Alternatively call the Estates and Facilities Helpline on ext. 2550 and you will be directed to a member of staff who can deal with your query.

 

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