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Berlin Social Transport Ticket to Rise 45% in 2026, Opposition Parties Challenge Hike

A 45% price hike for Berlin's social transport ticket is on the horizon. Opposition parties Left and Greens join forces to prevent the increase.

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Berlin Social Transport Ticket to Rise 45% in 2026, Opposition Parties Challenge Hike

The price of the Berlin social security ticket will rise by 45% from January 2026, following a significant increase earlier this year. Left and Green parties have united to challenge this hike, submitting a motion on October 9th.

The new monthly price, set at 27.50 euros, marks a substantial increase from the current rate. This follows an earlier rise of 111% in April 2025, which has drawn criticism from opposition parties. Left politicians Katina Schubert and Kristian Ronneburg, along with Green faction leader Werner Graf, have joined forces to prevent the impending price surge.

Social Senator Cansel Kiziltepe (SPD) has expressed a desire to maintain the social security ticket as a voluntary service in 2026, despite financial pressures. However, the SPD's majority in the Berlin state parliament may face a test as the Left and Greens push for a reversal of the price increase.

The Berlin social security ticket will see a significant price hike from January 2026. Opposition parties have united to challenge this increase, submitting a legislative proposal on October 9th. The outcome remains uncertain, with the Social Democratic Party holding the majority in the Berlin state parliament.

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