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Councils in England get power to fine bus passengers £100 for loud music
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Prime Minister Andy Burnham's government has sent councils new guidance, but any local bus rules still need sign-off from the Transport Secretary. Authorised officers, such as Transport Safety Officers and the police, would issue fines of up to £100, rather than bus drivers. Campaigners welcomed the plan, though the Campaign for Better Transport questioned how it can be enforced.
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