Transport for London (TfL) has launched an initiative to reduce fare evasion by creating a dedicated team of investigators focused on frequent offenders. Over 3.4% of passengers evaded fares from April to December 2024, prompting TfL to intensify efforts after spending nearly £22 million on enforcement last year. The agency is determined to reduce fare evasion to 1.5% by 2030 by analyzing travel patterns and CCTV. TfL's Director of Security stressed that fare evasion impacts all fare-paying customers and is working to ensure evaders are held accountable for their actions.
TfL's focus on fare evasion aims to reduce current rates from 3.4% to 1.5% by 2030, affirming a commitment to fair travel for all.
Ms Hayward highlighted that fare evasion is not a victimless crime, asserting it directly impacts Londoners by detracting from vital transport investments.
The new investigative team will leverage travel pattern analysis and CCTV to pinpoint high-impact fare evaders, thereby improving enforcement efforts and reducing losses.
TfL aims to combat fare evaders proactively, through strengthened capabilities, ensuring the financial burden falls on those who evade rather than on compliant travelers.
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