Specially trained officers will patrol buses and bus stations in Lancashire as part of a new pilot scheme to help stamp out anti-social behaviour on public transport.
Lancashire County Council says it is just one of 4 areas in England chosen to take part. The council will receive over £525,000 from the Department for Transport to recruit and employ Transport Safety Officers until the end of March 2025. The council will be working closely with Lancashire Constabulary, transport operators, and Community Safety Partnerships to put the scheme in place.
'Transport Safety Officers will make a real difference in tackling and deterring anti-social behaviour across our transport network. “By providing a visible presence they will reassure passengers that we will not tolerate anti-social behaviour on our bus network.
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