Sexual harassment – not part of the journey

Crimestoppers Scotland has joined up with Network Rail Scotland, BTP, Rail Delivery Group and the rail industry to tackle sexual harassment across the railway.

With the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow and the Edinburgh International Festival in full swing, Scotland’s rail and transport networks are extremely busy this summer. 

As an independent charity dedicated to keeping people and communities safe, we want to explain what sexual harassment is and let you know what action you can take to report sexual harassment if you witness it.

Government research shows that 84% of women and 60% of men in the UK population have experienced sexual harassment in their lifetime. 

Reports of sexual assaults and harassment on trains have risen by more than a third over the past 10 years, according to a BBC investigation.

There were 2,661 incidents reported across England, Scotland, and Wales last year, where one in 10 were children - with some younger than 13.

How can you report sexual harassment?

• Is it happening right now? No matter where you are, in an emergency, always call 999.
• If you're happy to give personal information, you can tell the police by calling 101 or via their website. 
• Do you have information about it happening on a train journey? Our charity powers an 100% anonymous service to speak up about sexual harassment on UK rail networks. Call 0800 783 0137 or fill in this form. 
• If you're happy to give personal information, report what you know directly to the British Transport Police.

Or, if you have information about sexual harassment and you want to remain anonymous, call 0800 555 111 or fill in our online form, right here on our website:

Give information anonymously

Find out more about exactly what sexual harassment is and what to look out for