Theoretical Perspectives of Safety and Security in Transit Environments

Andrew Newton, Vania Ceccato

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    Abstract

    This chapter discusses the extant theories used to explain safety and security in transit environments, which are set out within the conceptual framework identified in the previous chapter. A number of theoretical perspectives have been developed to explain the prevalence of crime, disorder and associated fear in society. None of these are without criticism, and none have been developed explicitly for the purpose of explaining safety and security on public transport systems. This section examines current security and criminological theories, and ideas and perspectives from other fields and disciplines, to ascertain their utility for explaining safety and security specifically in the context of public transportation. The aim is to translate these theories into an integrated and theory-led conceptual framework within which safety and security on public transport systems can readily be examined.
    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationSafety and Security in Transit Environments
    Subtitle of host publicationAn Interdisciplinary Approach
    EditorsVania Ceccato, Andrew Newton
    PublisherPalgrave Macmillan UK
    Pages23-36
    Number of pages14
    ISBN (Electronic)9781137457653
    ISBN (Print)9781349571796
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 1 Jul 2015

    Publication series

    NameCrime Prevention and Security Management
    PublisherPalgrave Macmillan UK

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