"Lisa Smart, the party's home affairs spokesperson, stated, 'Far too many people dread their daily commute because of the blight of antisocial behaviour...It's time to take a stand for the quiet majority who just want to get from A to B in peace.'"
"According to polling by Savanta, 38% of individuals reported experiencing loud music from phones on public transport often or sometimes, with 54% saying they wouldn't feel comfortable asking someone to quiet down."
The Liberal Democrats are introducing a proposal to ban the loud playing of music and videos on public transport in England, suggesting a maximum fine of £1,000 for offenders. The ban aims to address the discomfort many commuters face due to loud sounds from personal devices. Polling indicates that a significant number of commuters have experienced this issue and often feel too intimidated to speak up. The party's spokesperson argues for the rights of the 'quiet majority' to enjoy a peaceful commute free from disruptive noise and has taken cues from similar bans in other countries.
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