§ Ms WalleyTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport, Local Government and the Regions (1) what regulations there are on the installation of (a) radio, (b) alarm and (c) CCTV systems into buses; [43963]
(2)what steps is he taking to prevent assaults against bus crews on public services; and if he will make a statement; [43960]
(3)what guidance is given to bus operators on offering employees professional counselling after they have suffered work-related violence; [43957]
(4)what requirements are placed on bus operators to keep in good order bus radio and alarm systems; [43962]
(5)what guidance he has issued on risk assessments to be carried out by bus operators on the risk of violence to bus crews. [43955]
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§ Ms KeebleThe Secretary of State will shortly issue guidance to bus operators and other interested parties on reducing crime against passengers and crew, on buses and at stops and interchanges. This will update existing guidance on protecting bus crews and guidelines to operators on personal security on public transport. The new guidance will include advice on the installation, maintenance and repair of on-board equipment, which could help prevent crime. Professional counselling of employees is a matter for the operating companies.