British Transport Police (BTP) is the national police force responsible for policing the railways and other transport networks across England, Scotland, and Wales. Our mission is to protect and serve passengers, railway staff, and the wider transport community by ensuring safety, preventing crime, and responding swiftly to incidents.

With a proud history dating back to 1826, we are one of the oldest police forces in the United Kingdom. Today, we operate across an extensive and dynamic network, including the National Rail system, London Underground, Docklands Light Railway, and the Midland Metro, among others.

Our officers are uniquely trained to handle the challenges of policing a complex and fast-moving environment. Whether responding to emergencies, tackling serious crime, supporting vulnerable individuals, or managing large-scale events, we work closely with transport operators and other emergency services to ensure the safety of people.

At BTP, we are committed to building public confidence, promoting diversity and inclusion, and using innovative technologies to strengthen our policing efforts. Every day, our dedicated team helps ensure that millions of passengers can travel safely and securely across the UK's transport systems. If you see something that doesn't look right, speak to staff of text the British Transport Police on 61016.