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Surge in Work Violence: 10,500 Cases on London Transport

3/2/2026

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Nearly 10,500 cases of work-related violence and aggression were reported in the most recent year on London's transport network.
Staff have suffered serious injuries, including broken noses and bones.
The London Assembly's Transport Committee heard testimonies from transport workers urging Transport for London (TfL) and British Transport Police (BTP) to enhance protections for employees.
Siwan Hayward, TfL's director of security, said addressing this issue is an "absolute priority."

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Story summary

Nearly 10,500 cases of work-related violence and aggression were reported in the most recent year on London's transport network.
Staff have suffered serious injuries, including broken noses and bones.
The London Assembly's Transport Committee heard testimonies from transport workers urging Transport for London (TfL) and British Transport Police (BTP) to enhance protections for employees.
Siwan Hayward, TfL's director of security, said addressing this issue is an "absolute priority."