Public transport fares to be reduced from today

Young adults can get a 50 per cent cut on public transport fares across the country from today.

19 to 23 year-olds can avail of the discount by applying for the new 'Young Adult Leap Card', which will work alongside the 'Student Leap Card.'

A 20 percent fare reduction also comes into place today for all passengers in the greater Dublin area.

Anne Graham from The National Transport Authority says they want to encourage more young people to take public transport.