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A male bus passenger - who was described to have "smelled like shit" - has sparked a debate as to whether or not a bus driver should be allowed to refuse unhygienic passengers travel.
The 'smelly' man caused many passengers to feel uncomfortable with some even getting off the bus and waiting another hour for the next 9 bus.
One argument for bus drivers being allowed to refuse unhygienic passengers travel is that they have the right to do this because unhygienic passengers are putting other passengers off of using the bus services and are, therefore, affecting the bus company and its reputation. However, the argument for bus drivers not being allowed to refuse unhygienic passengers travel is discrimination and bullying.
Some passengers said that severely unhygienic members of society are committing antisocial behaviour offences; however, others said it's a mental health matter, not a matter for the police to get involved with.
Do you believe a bus driver should be allowed to refuse unhygienic passengers service, or do you believe this to be discrimination? Please email us to tell us what your views are on this.