But it puts a message across that it isn't ok to evade the fare. If a bunch of youths are seen running away whilst the 'checkies' are just standing there doing nothing to catch them, it might make it acceptable.
Metro really need ticket barriers at ALL stops on the network - continually manned throughout operation too.
RE: Tyne and Wear Metro
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