The prime minister is giving local transport authorities the power to fine passengers who play loud music on public transport up to £100, backed by a poster campaign urging passengers to use headphones.
01Summary
- 01Andy Burnham announced the crackdown on Monday, alongside guidance allowing local authorities to levy fines of up to £100 for non-compliance.
- 02About 60% of voters back action against people who play videos or music out loud in public spaces.
- 03The Bus Services Act grants new powers to set and enforce rules; officials said drivers would not enforce them.
- 04Train operating companies already have the power to issue fines of up to £1,000 for similar behaviour.
- 05Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said the proposals were inadequate to protect transport workers.
02Why it matters
This matters because noise on public transport is a major annoyance for British commuters, and the new measures aim to improve the quality of journeys by giving local leaders enforcement tools.
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