27 November 2024
London TravelWatch is welcoming a new initiative between TfL and the Metropolitan Police to install CCTV cameras at 15 bus shelters around London as part of a trial to improve safety and crime detection.
The technology was tested earlier this year at five bus shelters. The new locations are spread across the capital and include busy locations, quieter locations with less frequent buses, higher crime areas, or locations where women and girls have reported feeling unsafe.
The police will be able to access the footage to aid with investigations, as well as to help prevent crime and improve incident response with live access. TfL will also gather feedback from customers and stakeholders to assess the feeling of safety and security for customers using the bus network.
Michael Roberts, CEO of London TravelWatch, said: “London TravelWatch research tells us that many people can feel unsafe when waiting for buses, particularly women and girls. This important and valuable trial will not only help detect crime, but will also ensure that women and girls can feel safer and more confident when travelling by bus.
“We look forward to seeing the results of this pilot and for further initiatives to improve safety on London transport.”
