Train and Bus Riders Blaring Music Could Face £1,000 fines as \’Headphone Dodgers\’ Targeted

Ministers have encouraged the government to impose fines of up to £1,000 on commuters who play music out loud.

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Liberal Democrats
They have demanded stronger actions against so-called \’ headphone dodgers,\’ as they think many travelers are too afraid to voice their concerns.

The party has urged the government to prohibit this behavior by modifying the Bus Services Bill, which is progressing through Parliament. They argue that their stance represents the interests of the \’silent majority.\’

This new law aims to revolutionize public transportation nationwide with the intention of enhancing quality of life and boosting security for riders and employees alike. It seeks to address misconduct through driver training programs.

Nevertheless, the Liberal Democrats are urging the government to go an extra mile with the bill, proposing amendments to cover individuals who play music aloud during their travels.

They also aim for revisions to the railway regulations, so as to enforce similar noise restrictions regarding device volume levels aboard trains.

According to a survey conducted for the Liberal Democrats, almost 40% of individuals reported having their travel experience ruined by videos or music being played loudly by fellow passengers on public transportation.

The study further revealed that more than half of British people were not at ease with requesting a nearby traveler to lower their audio volume.

A Liberal Democrat spokesperson named Lisa Smart said
The Mirror
\’far too many individuals dislike their daily journeys due to unpleasant behavior, with those who play loud music on buses and trains using headphones being among the most troublesome culprits.\’

\’I frequently encounter individuals who express feeling too intimidated to voice their concerns when others play loud music or other audio from phones or speakers.\’

It\’s time to advocate for the silent majority who simply wish to travel from point A to point B undisturbed.

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