Is fare-free transit always fair? While the idea of free public transport sounds like a win for equity and the environment, the reality can be far more complicated. This post explores why universal fare abolition may fall short — and why a well-designed social tariff might offer a smarter, fairer path forward. From funding gaps and service cuts to overlooked labour impacts, we unpack the risks of one-size-fits-all solutions and make the case for targeted affordability rooted

Just as during the postwar era in the UK, could new towns, planned from scratch, be part of the long-term solution ?

This article delves into Yerevan, the 2800-year-old Armenian capital's unique urbanism, housing and transit, and its pressing challenges as