The team will be dedicated entirely to policing bus hubs and the immediate vicinity, confronting crime and anti-social behaviour as it happens and reassuring the travelling public.
An additional 440-uniformed officers will be used to establish the new teams. Each team will made up of one sergeant, one police constable and seven PCSOs. They will be supported by 1,600 Special Constables.
The new teams will be deployed into a variety of interchanges across the capital, specifically targeted at those areas experiencing the greatest problems.
“While overall the bus network is a low crime environment, it is clear that more must be done to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour,” said Transport Commissioner, Peter Hendy.
“The new teams at transport hubs like West Croydon bus station will provide welcome reassurance to our staff and passengers alike.”