Northern warning for those who view NSFW content on trains

The service provider explains that commuters should 'wait until [they] get home' before accessing certain material.

In a warning that was issued by Northern, the operator says that its WiFi networks are all covered by the 'Friendly WiFi' initiative.

Northern says its trains and stations abide by the 'Friendly WiFi' scheme (Image: Newsquest)

'Friendly WiFi' aims to reassure users that the service meets minimum filtering standards – particularly in areas where children are present, such as in Northern’s stations and on-board its trains.

Northern claims that many 'rush' to view content that is inappropriate at work on their commute, but the operator is asking commuters to extend the 'not safe for work' (NSFW) rule to trains and stations, too.

Tricia Williams, chief operating officer at Northern, said: “We welcome millions of people into our stations and on-board our trains every year – and access to safe and reliable internet is part and parcel of our customers’ expectations.

“It is important, however, that people remember that some content is not suitable for everyone to see or hear - particularly children.

“As such, if something is ‘not suitable for work’ it’s more than likely not suitable in our stations or on-board our trains either – so please wait until you get home.”

Bev Smith, director of Friendly WiFi, added: “We are excited to be working with Northern as a ‘Friendly WiFi’ certified train operator.

“They were passionate throughout the process to achieve the standard to ensure a great experience online for all their customers whilst travelling with them.”