The perception of the London commuter as an unfriendly curmudgeon has been bolstered by the mixed reaction to a mystery campaign to encourage tube passengers to chat. Badges emblazoned with the question “Tube chat?” have been distributed on the London Underground network, to the horror of some regular users. Transport for London (TfL) said it was not behind the badges, which are identical in font and design to the official “Baby on board” pins given to expectant mothers. Commuters were quick to express their disdain for the idea, for which no individual or group has claimed responsibility. Start using it today!”But some commuters did react warmly to the badges:— Sameer (@SameerMerali) YES YES YES YES YES #tube_chat pic.twitter.com/MQLZmREQkOA TfL spokeswoman said: “It’s definitely not something we have created.

Source: The Guardian September 29, 2016 13:41 UTC