Transport for London (TfL) is launching a new campaign to reduce violence against its staff, emphasizing that it will partner with police to ensure justice for victims. The campaign relies on real-life examples of unacceptable behavior towards staff, illustrating severe consequences for perpetrators. For instance, in 2023, a young man received a 38-week prison sentence for threatening a female assistant at a busy station, underscoring the serious approach TfL is taking towards these incidents.
The campaign highlights alarming statistics about violence against staff, revealing a 5% increase in reported incidents from the previous year. Specifically, between April 2023 and March 2024, TfL recorded 10,493 instances of work-related violence and aggression, compared to 9,989 the prior year. TfL interprets this increase as workers feeling more empowered to report incidents, indicating a shift toward a safer working environment. This report emphasizes the urgency for ongoing efforts to ensure staff safety.
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