Public transport fare rises: who is to blame?

So yet again we have an egregious rise in fares on public transport. Who do we blame for the absurd state of affairs in our public transport system? Those who set the rules. Tony, Gordon, and Stephen (Ladyman - yes, I know no one has heard of him -- he's only Minister of Transport -- nothing important). I blame you. I'll never vote for you or your successors. That's my new year's resolution and, unlike going to the gym or giving up alcohol, it will be remarkably easy to keep.