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Essential restrictionsPublic transportPlace-specific guidance · 英国

London Underground: tap in and tap out

Do

Tap your Oyster card or bank card on the yellow reader both on entry and exit, even if the gates are open
At interchange stations with mid-route readers, tap as instructed

Don’t

Tapping in but not out, or not tapping before boarding

If you miss a tap you are charged the maximum fare; if an inspector finds you travelling without tapping, you may be fined or prosecuted.

Not yet verifiedSource: Wikipedia: Oyster card

Local customsPublic transportCountry-wide guidance · 英国

London Underground escalators: stand on the right

Do

Stand on the right on Underground escalators and leave the left for people in a hurry

Don’t

Standing still side by side on the left of the escalator

There is no penalty, but you block people behind you. The habit dates back to 1921, when Underground announcements first told passengers to 'stand on the right'.

Not yet verifiedSource: Wikipedia: London Underground