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Written question asked by Baroness Kennedy of Cradley (Labour) on Tuesday, 24 July 2018, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 7 August 2018. It was answered by Baroness Sugg (Conservative) on Thursday, 26 July 2018 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


Railways: Overcrowding

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the risks to passengers from overcrowded trains in hot weather.

Answer

All Train Operator Companies must comply with all relevant health and safety regulations. The Office of Rail and Road monitors and enforces compliance with the health and safety legislation on Britain’s rail network.

All passengers are being given hot weather advice announcements and train staff are giving assistance where necessary.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL9856
Session
2017-19
Subjects
Health hazards Railways Overcrowding Temperature
Link
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