Written question asked by Andrew Mackinlay (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 21 March 1997. It was answered by John Watts (Conservative) on Friday, 21 March 1997 on behalf of the Department of Transport.

Dept of Transport

Question: If the Health and Safety Executive will investigate the overcrowding which occurred at Clapham Junction station early in the evening of 13th March; and what British Transport Police and Railway Company staff resources were available to alleviate or control the crowds. - Includes fact that HSE making inquiries. British Transport Police sent four constables to assist with crowd control.

Answer: Mr. Mackinlay: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport if the Health and Safety Executive will investigate the overcrowding which occurred at Clapham Junction station early in the evening of 13 March; and what British Transport Police and Railway Company staff resources were available to alleviate or control the crowds. [21771] Mr. Watts: I understand that HSE will be making inquiries with the station operator, South West Trains Ltd., to ensure that it is complying with its Railway safety case by having adequate procedures in place to control passenger congestion. The British Transport Police sent four constables to assist with crowd control at Clapham Junction station. It is for railway companies to decide the staffing necessary to meet their safety duties.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 21771; 292 c1000W
Session: 1996-97
Subjects: British Transport Police Health and Safety Executive Hazards Railway stations Railways Passengers Overcrowding Safety South West Trains Clapham Junction Station