Topic

Security

The shift to sustainable mobility relies on user confidence in public transport. Comfort and security are critical, particularly in public transport settings where feelings of insecurity can discourage use. Despite improvements like electric buses, Wi-Fi, and smart ticketing, security concerns persist, especially in terms of gender-based harassment and violent crime. Ensuring public transport systems are perceived as safe and accessible is essential to supporting sustainable mobility goals.


About POLIS contribution to the topic

The POLIS Safety and Security Working Group addresses these security challenges, offering a platform for experts to discuss structural issues and share solutions that protect vulnerable users such as pedestrians, cyclists, and public transport riders. The group also tackles emerging security concerns related to environmental crises and their impact on urban infrastructure and public services.

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