FOI request detail

Security checks

Request ID: FOI-1337-2425
Date published: 20 August 2024

You asked
I'd like to know why you don't implement security checks for the London underground, it'd make London more safer. In other countries such as Beijing (China) or other Asian countries, their metro systems have security checks. With London becoming more populated and dangerous, do you think it's time to have security checks? Kind regards

We answered

TfL Ref: FOI-1337-2425

Thank you for your request received by Transport for London (TfL) on 27 July 2024.

Your request has been considered in accordance with the requirements of the Freedom of Information Act and our information access policy. I can confirm that we hold the information you require.

We take a robust and comprehensive approach to station security. Each station has its own security programme highlighting the approach taken. Station teams are trained on a range of security topics. British Transport Police officers are deployed across our network to patrol our stations. Station staff conduct regular security checks throughout the day to identify any suspicious activity. Recorded CCTV is also in operation across our network, and we share data with our policing partners and security services.

Information on safety and security across our network and transport system is also available on our website here: https://tfl.gov.uk/corporate/safety-and-security/

Please see the attached information sheet for details of your right to appeal.

Yours sincerely,

Mary Abidakun
FOI Case Officer
FOI Case Management Team
General Counsel
Transport for London

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