Share the journey, not the noise: government launches measures to prevent noise and antisocial behaviour on transport
The UK government launches a national campaign and new enforcement powers against noise and antisocial behaviour on trains and buses.Summary
The UK government has launched coordinated measures to tackle antisocial behaviour on public transport, including a national rail campaign urging passengers to "share the carriage, not the noise" and new local authority powers to fine bus offenders up to £100. These powers, enabled by the Bus Services Act 2025 and in force since 5 August 2026, allow all local transport authorities in England to set and enforce their own rules on issues such as loud music, littering and vaping, with authorised officers—not bus drivers—applying a three-step approach of engaging, explaining and enforcing. Rail passengers who refuse to stop disruptive behaviour when asked can be removed at the next station or face fines of up to £1,000. The campaign, which replaces a patchwork of operator-specific messages, includes posters, announcements and social media content across the network. Prime Minister Andy Burnham and Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander highlighted the impact of inconsiderate behaviour, while local leaders and Campaign for Better Transport welcomed the guidance as a way to make public transport quieter, cleaner and safer for all.
(Source：GOV.UK)
