In response to instances of disrespectful behaviour observed on public transport, the minister for mobility has urged passengers to remain polite and courteous towards staff and other passengers.

"You don't have to be a superhero to smile at people working on public transport. Even a simple 'hello' is enough," reminds Yuriko Backes, Minister for Mobility and Public Transport. She emphasises that "all you need to do is behave politely and remain courteous towards staff and other passengers."

"Although most trips go smoothly, some situations are more problematic, with incidents of mental, verbal, or physical abuse towards the women and men working every day to offer this high-quality service to a growing number of people," states the government in a press release.

On Thursday, public transport authorities gathered at the Pfaffenthal-Kirchberg funicular railway station to mark the 2nd National Respect on Public Transport Day.

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They took a symbolic photo featuring the central message: "Respect is easy as pie."

This day serves as a reminder of an initiative launched in 2023 by the CFL, in collaboration with the Public Transport Administration, the City of Luxembourg, Luxtram, and the TICE, the Syndicate for the Intercommunal Passenger Transport in the District of Esch-sur-Alzette.

This campaign aims to raise awareness among public transport users to drive home the point that respect is essential in their everyday interactions with staff and other passengers. "Public transport is an essential part of our societies. Taking public transport should then be done with respect, which in turn should be a cardinal value of life in society," add the campaigners.