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Written question asked by Andy Slaughter (Labour) on Monday, 3 September 2018, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 5 September 2018. It was answered by Jesse Norman (Conservative) on Tuesday, 11 September 2018 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


Heathrow Airport: Vehicles

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether his Department has issued guidance to Heathrow Airport on the application of the Road Traffic Act 1991 relating to the driving of vehicles on the tarmac at that airport; and if he will make a statement.

Answer

The Government takes the safety of passengers and those who work at airports very seriously. The Civil Aviation Authority works closely with airport operators to ensure high standards of safety in their ground handling operations.

The Department does not hold data on this issue and has not issued guidance to Heathrow Airport in relation to the Road Traffic Act 1991.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
169171
Session
2017-19
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Driving Heathrow Airport Vehicles
Legislation
Road Traffic Act 1991
Link
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