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Met Police review after bus fare confrontation

Scotland Yard orders internal investigation after video shows police officers confronting a passenger over bus fare payment, sparking public outcry and transport safety concerns across London.

Tube workers secure 3-year pay deal with TfL

RMT union members overwhelmingly accept transformative pay package for London Underground staff, ending prolonged dispute with TfL and delivering significant wage increases through 2027.

Hero soldier stops Huntington train knife attacker

An off-duty soldier has been hailed as a hero after confronting a knife-wielding attacker on a Huntington-bound train, preventing potential tragedy and saving multiple passengers from harm.

Airport Security Hits UK Railway Stations

Major UK railway stations are implementing airport-style security screening with metal detectors and bag searches as part of a significant counter-terrorism initiative following recent threats.

Britain's Railway Safety: The Real Story

An in-depth investigation into the safety of Britain's railways reveals surprising statistics about passenger risk, infrastructure concerns and what travellers really need to know before boarding.

More Police for UK Train Stations After Crime Rise

In a significant move to enhance passenger safety, the British Transport Police is deploying additional officers across railway stations nationwide following a worrying rise in crime rates.

Airport scanners ruled out for UK train stations

The UK government has rejected calls for mandatory airport-style security scanners at railway stations following a stabbing attack, citing practical challenges and passenger convenience.

Huntingdon Train Attack Suspect Named

A violent attack on a Huntingdon-to-King's Cross train leaves passengers traumatised as 42-year-old Lee Peacock is charged with multiple offences including GBH and criminal damage.

Metal detectors deployed at Cambs stations after stabbings

Enhanced security measures including walk-through metal detectors are being installed at railway stations across Cambridgeshire after multiple knife crime incidents, sparking debate about public safety versus privacy.

Knife attack on busy Welsh train sparks police manhunt

Shocking details emerge about the violent knife attack aboard a crowded train in South Wales as British Transport Police launch major investigation into the rush hour incident that left passengers traumatised.

Hero LNER staff critically injured in train stabbing

A courageous LNER railway worker sustained life-threatening injuries while protecting passengers during a violent stabbing incident aboard a Cambridgeshire train. Police have arrested a suspect as tributes pour in for the staff member's bravery.

Mass stabbing horror on Cambridgeshire train

Shocking eyewitness accounts reveal the terror aboard a Cambridge-bound LNER service after multiple passengers were stabbed in a violent attack that left travellers fighting for their lives.

Police Training Proved Vital in Real Knife Attack

Exclusive insight reveals how Metropolitan Police training exercises conducted months earlier directly informed the response to an actual knife attack on London's rail network, showcasing the life-saving value of realistic scenario planning.

Huntingdon Train Attack: Everything We Know

Exclusive details emerge about the brutal train attack in Huntingdon that left passengers traumatised and sparked a major police investigation into the disturbing incident.

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