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His case prompted widespread criticism of train operator Northern, who later withdrew all live prosecutions against passengers reported for using railcard discounts for on-peak services where the original fare was below £12.

The terms and conditions of Mr Williamson's railcard specified the discount was only valid for on-peak services where the original fare was £12 or more.

The terms and conditions of Mr Williamson's railcard specified the discount was only valid for on-peak services where the original fare was £12 or more yet despite the small-print, he was able to buy a ticket that informed him he could travel at “anytime”.

Train operator Northern is withdrawing all live prosecutions against passengers reported for using railcard discounts for on-peak services where the original fare was below £12.

Spot is the price during the 16 on-peak hours the following weekday, while real-time is the current price in 15-minute intervals.