2 articles
• via The Standard
TfL removes one graffiti tag every three minutes from Underground trains, yet Central line vandalism surges without arrests or deterrence. This exposes institutional reliance on cleanup over enforcement, deepening public transport decay.
• via BBC News
British Transport Police have effectively legalised bicycle theft at railway stations by refusing to investigate thefts of bikes left for more than two hours. This policy, which applies even to bikes stolen from secure parking facilities with CCTV coverage, reveals a deeper institutional failure. By prioritising "crimes which cause the most harm," BTP has created an environment where bike theft is rampant and commuters are left unprotected. This analysis explores how this policy reflects broader issues in UK governance and public service delivery.