Written Question·Department for Transport·UIN 93782

British Transport Police: Industrial Disputes

Tabled: 24 November 2025

Answered: 2 December 2025

Question

Mr Richard Holden

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether officers of the British Transport Police are permitted to take industrial action.

Answer

Lilian Greenwood

In line with all other police forces, it is unlawful for British Transport Police (BTP) officers to take strike action, as per Section 280 of the Trade Union and Labour Relations (consolidation) Act 1992.