Written Question·Department for Transport·UIN 60062

Public Transport: Crimes of Violence

Tabled: 16 June 2025

Answered: 23 June 2025

Question

Mr Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what recent steps her Department has taken to help prevent (a) violence and (b) abuse against public transport workers.

Answer

Simon Lightwood

There is no place for abuse or assault of any worker; everyone should feel safe and be safe whilst working. The Government values the commitment of everyone who works in the public transport sector ensuring the continued running of all the vital services...

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