Racial and religious hate crime on UK public transport is growing, data shows

Anti-racism groups warn some people are avoiding public transport or limiting their use of it for fear of abuse

Racial and religious hate crime on public transport is on the rise according to new data obtained by the Guardian, as community groups report how people are restricting their daily journeys because they fear abuse or assault.

Police forces across the country have recorded an increase in hate crimes over the past year, with a significant rise in racially motivated offences in Scotland as well as religious hate crimes targeting Muslims in England and Wales.