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Underground Railways: Noise

Asked by Andrew RosindellReform UKDepartment for TransportTabled Answered 2 July 2025UIN 62942

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether her Department is taking steps with the Mayor of London to help mitigate residential noise pollution from (a) the London Underground and (b) associated maintenance works.

Answered by Simon Lightwood

Transport in London is devolved to the Mayor of London and Transport for London. They are responsible for the operation and maintenance of London Underground, including assessment of noise generated and any necessary mitigations.

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