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London Underground: Safety

Asked by Jim ShannonDemocratic Unionist PartyDepartment for TransportTabled Answered 21 October 2025UIN 81302

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what discussions she has had with Transport for London on improving safety on the London Underground.

Answered by Simon Lightwood

Ministers and officials have regular conversations with Transport for London (TfL) on a variety of issues. However transport in London is devolved to the Mayor, and TfL is responsible for safety on the London Underground.

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