Fines introduced for loud music on buses
The gist
UK PM Andy Burnham announced plans for fines up to £100 for loud music on buses in England.
The powers need Transport Secretary sign-off, and enforcement is in question.
How it unfolded
- Oct 18, 2026A government press release announced measures against noise and antisocial behaviour on transport, including £100 fines on buses and a campaign against 'loudcasting' on trains.
- Oct 19, 2026Guidance was issued for local authorities on using new bus byelaws against loud music, littering, vaping and threatening behaviour, with fixed penalties of up to £100.
- Oct 19, 2026A national rail campaign told passengers to 'share the carriage, not the noise'; those who refuse to stop when asked by authorised staff can be removed at the next station or face fines up to £1,000.