Written question asked by Paul Kohler (Liberal Democrat) on Friday, 27 February 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 3 March 2026. It was answered by Keir Mather (Labour) on Friday, 6 March 2026 on behalf of the Department for Transport.
London Underground: Lifts
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what discussions she has had with TfL on the increase in lift closures due solely to a lack of trained staff on the London Underground to 6,365 hours in 2025, compared with 6,197 hours in 2024.
- Answer
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Ministers and officials have regular conversations with Transport for London on a variety of issues including accessibility of their network. Transport in London is devolved to the Mayor, and TfL is responsible for managing the London Underground.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 116565
- Session
- 2024-26
- Grouped for answer
- Yes
- Subjects
- Staff Closures London Underground Transport for London Lifts
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- 2026-03-06 15:40:45 +0000
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