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Andy Burnham launches campaign against ‘headphone dodgers’ on public transport

Andy Burnham launches campaign against ‘headphone dodgers’ on public transport
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Source: The Guardian World · NewTimes editorial text based on the source feed.

Passengers urged to ‘share the carriage, not the noise’ as guidance sets out £100 penalties for nuisance behaviour Andy Burnham has announced a crackdown on “headphone dodgers” who play loud music on public transport, as he extends his promise to give voters “breathing space” in the confines of a train carriage.

The prime minister will unveil a campaign against nuisance behaviour on public transport on Monday, alongside guidance allowing local transport authorities to levy fines of up to £100 for non-compliance.