TfL to expand CCTV bus shelter trial

A trial of CCTV (closed-circuit television) at bus shelters across the capital has made women feel safe and, as a result, Transport for London (TfL) will expand the scheme.

TfL began its trial, using five bus shelters, in March 2024; it then installed a further 15 cameras at bus stops in Brent, Croydon, Hackney, Hammersmith & Fulham, Hillingdon, Lambeth, Newham, Redbridge, Tower Hamlets, Waltham Forest, and Westminster.

TfL said 80% of 1,000 women surveyed said CCTV made them feel safe, whilst 73% stated they would be more likely to travel by bus.

Speaking at a city hall meeting on Monday 21st July, Andy Lord, Commissioner of TfL, said: ‘This is a really important initiative for us, particularly in reducing violence against women and girls.’