Why do UK buses not have seat belts?

In the UK, if the vehicle permits standees (standing passengers) seatbelts are not fitted. It is not appropriate to allow half the passengers to have more safety than the other half. On any vehicle that doesn't permit standing passengers, seatbelts are compulsory.



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