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Police

Police have the most powers and they can use these powers in most public places.

PSOs

PSOs are not police but they have many of the same powers as police at train stations and nearby areas like bus stops, taxi ranks and car parks.

Ticket Inspectors

Ticket Inspectors, also called Authorised Officers, have special powers if they’re on a bus, train or tram or at a public transport stop or station.

Security Guards

Security guards (or bouncers) are privately employed citizens - they might have a uniform or badge, but the law doesn’t give them any special powers.