• Reference: 2019/0439
• Question by: Fiona Twycross
• Meeting date: 17 January 2019

The same study found that many theatres only have one disabled toilet or none at all which is a problem for Londoners with disabilities that wish to visit the theatre. How can theatres in London be made more accessible?

• Reference: 2019/0438
• Question by: Fiona Twycross
• Meeting date: 17 January 2019

A recent study of West End theatres found that there is an average of just one toilet for every 38 female audience members meaning that for all women to use the toilet, they would need a 57-minute interval instead of the average 20 minutes. This will be of particular concern to women who are pregnant or have hidden disabilities. Given that the theatre is an important part of London’s culture, how can you help institutions in London to have adequate and equal facilities?

• Reference: 2019/0437
• Question by: Fiona Twycross
• Meeting date: 17 January 2019

London is moving further towards being a cashless society and using cash in transactions has halved over the past ten years. What impact will this have on Londoners, particularly vulnerable Londoners such as those in debt, poverty or abusive relationships?

• Reference: 2019/0436
• Question by: Fiona Twycross
• Meeting date: 17 January 2019

Public Health England found that children consume much more sugar than they should do, with some children consuming around 13 cubes or 52g of sugar a day. How does the London Food Strategy help Londoners to consume less sugar?

• Reference: 2019/0434
• Question by: Fiona Twycross
• Meeting date: 17 January 2019

The Childhood Trust has highlighted the numbers of children who do not have their own bedroom through their upcoming exhibition ‘Bedrooms of London’. What impact does not having a bedroom of their own have on children living in poverty in London and what more can be done to address the issue?

• Reference: 2019/0433
• Question by: Navin Shah
• Meeting date: 17 January 2019

According to the research by the Royal College of Nursing, there is some 42% reduction in the number of nurses coming to London since the Brexit vote. Without the adequate nursing staff NHS would have problems providing safe and effective care. What should the government do and what plans should London have should the government fail to alter its proposed immigration policies which undermine low salaried workers such as nurses?

• Reference: 2019/0432
• Question by: Navin Shah
• Meeting date: 17 January 2019

‘Shelter’ has slammed deaths of homeless people as a national tragedy. With 136 deaths last year London has the worst record of rough-sleepers. Homelessness is not ‘inevitable’ – how best are able to improve on the current crisis situation on a long-term basis rather than a piecemeal approach?

• Reference: 2019/0431
• Question by: Navin Shah
• Meeting date: 17 January 2019

It is reported in a study by City of London that police officers carrying Tasers are twice as likely to be assaulted as unarmed officers? How will you ensure that the tactics are reviewed to ensure safety of officers and members of public?

• Reference: 2019/0430
• Question by: Navin Shah
• Meeting date: 17 January 2019

In response to my question (November last year) you stated that TfL officers are working with Brent Officers on the scheme. There is considerable level of dissatisfaction about the length of time taken to tackle issues. Can you confirm when the scheme and funding will be in place and when do you anticipate completion of the scheme on the ground?

• Reference: 2019/0429
• Question by: Navin Shah
• Meeting date: 17 January 2019

In response to my question (November last year) you stated that TfL is developing an app to improve the journey experience for those customers requiring assistance. This will be launched in early 2019. Can you please clarify what exactly this app will help and when in 2019 do we see the app being implemented?