For the vast majority of tram trips, it’s unnecessary to touch-off — doing so just wastes time, and can cause delays, particularly at busy tram stops.
The only circumstance when it is necessary is when you are travelling entirely within the zone 2 sections of routes 75, 86, 109 and specifically want the zone 2-only fare.
So why do some trams still have old signage saying that you have to touch-off, when you usually don’t?
Surely it’s not that hard to ensure all trams have the correct signage?
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