Children and young people who live in Sheffield will get free bus and tram travel across South Yorkshire after a pilot scheme was voted through by councillors.

Sheffield City Council’s strategy and resources committee approved a 29-week scheme for people aged five to 18.

The trial will run from 15 February 2027 and is expected to cost £7.6m.

Council leader Fran Belbin said it would help families with the cost of living and give thousands of young people greater independence.