Allowed to take photographs in the metro (in Madrid and Bilbao)
Almost a year ago that eliminated the ban on taking pictures at the premises of ADIF (formerly of RENFE) without the required authorization. Following that news, many complained that the Metro de Madrid is not true.
My surprise was discovering that there really is no such prohibition ... or at least gone on for 25 years! Now visiting the website of the Association of Friends of the Madrid metro, Platform 1, I found a recent press report in which the 25 anniversary of the circular which removed the ban on taking photos.
Actually I had already drawn attention to anywhere in the Passenger Regulations or other rules catches, mentioned such a ban, but was unaware of this circular.
However, as they themselves complain, it appears that Metro employees, are very well informed, it is usual to stop taking pictures, and as always, claiming security reasons .
Actually more or less is what is happening in ADIF, which despite its more recent move is some employees are still putting difficulties .
Without further ado, I leave you with the release of Platform 1 that, in compliance with your license, published in full without modification.
25-year-freedom-photographic
On February 2, 1984, the Company issued Madrid Metropolitan circular in expressly authorizing the shooting in the premises of the network, which passengers can access. Today is therefore 25 years this paper, which allows users to freely photograph stations and trains underground.
Since then, Metro has not issued any other circular regarding this matter. The permit therefore has not been repealed and still stands today. This is supported from the Department of External Relations of the company, which recognizes that it is necessary to issue any permit for the taking of photographs by individuals.
The reality however is quite different. The fans are serious difficulties to take pictures, both by the attitude of the staff of companies in security , as that of a part of Metro's own staff, ensuring that it is strictly forbidden to take pictures at the premises of the network , contradicting the current circular and indications from the company.
In these situations, the amateur photographers they are treated as criminals, almost as if the cameras were firearms, causing discomfort and unnecessary stressful situations with staff that does not permit their use, claiming security concerns.
Platform 1 considers that this problem should be solved urgently. Metro should properly inform their staff and the security contractors who are aware that shooting is expressly permitted and that the completion of this activity poses no danger for its facilities, its staff or users. The Association of Friends of the metro, the company proposes to issue a new circular that falls in the values promoted earlier in 1984, so take a camera at a station not be seen as a danger is not.
The Association of Friends of the metro to Metro de Madrid encouraged to follow the example of Metro de Bilbao, which in February 2006 issued an internal communication in which he informed his staff that as of that date is not necessary for and patients are authorized to carry photos and home videos in their facilities, recognizing the aesthetic appeal of the same and the interest
that citizens can have a souvenir of your visit.Platform 1 recalls that shooting by individuals is permitted provided that the development of the activity does not lead to inconvenience to passengers or alterations of the normal operation of the service. It must be sought prior permission to Metro if the fan requires the use of accessories such as tripod or flash , or if the photographs are intended to illustrate publications and commercial use. It also hopes that the encounters between staff and the fans no longer occur, establishing an environment of collaboration and mutual respect.
February 2, 2009
In fact, it is Madrid who have to imitate Bilbao, Bilbao, but has been who has followed the steps in Madrid 22 years later. But it would be wrong from time to time, issued circulars "reminder" to ensure that everyone knows.
And today I speak of Platform 1, though it has nothing to do with the photographic subject, I can not recommend the link to download the integrated transport plan, which has maintained the aesthetics of the old subway map and added all new seasons, the Light Rail, Tram and lines of RENFE. Simply perfect.
In Bilbao you do not always take pictures of the employees without their consent. Although occasionally, we still encounter with "security officer" who tell you you can not. Still need to inform them ...
Thanks for the info Marta, supposed to have any such case.
As employees, you really can not photograph anyone without your permission, whether or not the Metro, except certain specified exceptions. That I mention this other entry: http://lucesyfotos.es/blog/104/breve-guia-legal-para-fotografos
nsure not called, are called vigilantes and fulfill orders as cualquiier another job, I am vigilant and I like taking pictures of trains but I can but there is an ordinance that did not suit and hassle me, have a little respect to Marta time to call security officer in a derogatory manner, if not too much trouble.
Security officer is not derogatory. It's so derogatory as calling "boy" to a "child." It is a popular and urban adaptation. Like the "doors", the "hands", the "tree", etc etc etc.
And sure some kid tell nsure men of 25 years, right? You can not deny it.
Another thing is that they have earned the contempt, perhaps because of some not all, dealing in a very derogatory to those who must care.
Respect is not imposed, it is earned. And if you have failed to earn it, there must be. The uniform, as in the case of superheroes, it empowers you, gives you responsibilities.
On the other hand, Your Honors, do not mess around, you can take all the pictures you want, no ordinance that prohibits it, but a security officer yours mate the other day I banned it in the Airport Station T4. One more, probably bad orders.
But if I refuse to ask if the bundled me another 4 security officer?