On Mon, 8 Aug 2005 01:09:39 +0100, "Alek" wrote:

"B) Under 16s have a phtocard to claim free travel. If they misbehave
it will be withdrawn."
Robert........The withdrawl of a Under 16 Photocard is not something which
the average streetwize Tagger will recognize as Punishment for
"Misbehaviour".

Whilst "Bowroad" may have offended your sensitivies with his use of
descriptive terms it is Precisely that which alerts me to his potential
background.......
Sadly a recent journey on the 159 into deepest Brixton provided me with
ample evidence to suggest that Bowroad might just be downplaying the entire
scenario !!
There really is NO alternative to a simple system wide fare structure for
ALL users backed up by strong and visible revenue and asset protection
resources.
If these young dandys get the impression that TfL dont give a toss then one
can hardly be surprised if they in turn begin to eat the furnitire....

I don't think anyone isn't claiming that effective revenue enforcement
is key to operating a safe and reliable service.

I would note that you refer to the 159 which is still a crew route.
The Routemaster fanatics claim that a conductor will stop all sort of
problems.

With respect to 'taggers' - withdrawal of the photocard is not only
the weapon in the armoury. They'd be prosecuted as they are now.
Withdrawal of the photocard is targeted at kids who misbehave on the
bus. Those comitting criminal damage are likely to feel the long arm
of the Met. Since 7/7 transport in London is very well policed....

Rob.
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rob at robertwoolley dot co dot uk