Anti-social behaviour on Irish Rail services surges 50% as transport police plans remain delayed

Anti-social behaviour on Irish Rail services surges 50% as transport police plans remain delayed

Irish Rail reported a 50% increase in anti-social behaviour incidents last year, with 1,523 reportable cases compared to 1,023 in 2023, intensifying calls for dedicated transport police to address rising safety concerns. The dramatic rise from just 548 incidents in 2021 reflects both increased problematic behaviour and enhanced detection methods. Irish Rail categorizes incidents using … Read more