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Rising Violence on UK Railways

Updated 2026-09-24 14:25 UTC 1 source Negative

Violence and harassment incidents against passengers and rail workers in Britain have increased by more than a third over the past year. The rise in reported assaults is concerning for public safety.

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BBC News
Recorded incidents of violence and harassment against passengers and rail workers showed a sharp increase in the year to March.
2026-09-24 13:07 UTC
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