Staying Safe on Trains and at Stations: British Transport Police, Text 61016 and Getting Help

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About Course

Rail travel in Britain is generally very safe, but it helps to know how to get help quickly and discreetly. This course explains how to contact British Transport Police – including texting 61016 – when to call 999, how to keep your belongings safe and how to report something that worries you.

Tutwoo is an independent learning provider. This course gives general information written from published official guidance for older people and the families who help them. It is not legal, medical or financial advice. Rules can change, so check the official websites listed before you act.

© 2026 Tutwoo UK Limited. This course was created in-house by Tutwoo and is our original work. It is for your own learning only: please do not copy, share, record or resell it.

What Will You Learn?

  • Know when to call 999 and when to text 61016 or call British Transport Police
  • Write a clear, useful text report including your train and location
  • Keep bags, phones and wallets safe on busy trains and platforms
  • Know who to tell about unattended items or worrying behaviour

Course Content

Course Lessons

  • Who polices the railways
  • How to make a useful report
  • Keeping yourself and your belongings safe

Sources & Further Reading
The official guidance this course is based on.

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