• Reference: 2015/3039
• Question by: Valerie Shawcross
• Meeting date: 16 September 2015

I have been asked by a constituent to put the following points to you for a response: 'As a disabled pedestrian I am often scared by rude and offensive cyclists driving on our pavements with no consideration for the public. I was under the impression that it is illegal to ride on the pavement unless you are a child under a certain age. I would like to know that if this is an offence, how many fines have been given to the offenders and what steps you are taking to resolve this dangerous situation?'

• Reference: 2015/3038
• Question by: Valerie Shawcross
• Meeting date: 16 September 2015

What further consideration has been given by TfL to the prospect of reopening closed platforms at Brixton national rail station as part of the future of London Overground services?

• Reference: 2015/3037
• Question by: Valerie Shawcross
• Meeting date: 16 September 2015

Further to my previous questions, Transport for London have now responded to say that they are looking to reduce the size of the bus cages in Stamford Street, which have attracted complaints from residents over what is felt to be inappropriate use by private coach companies. This is welcome news but by means of follow up, I have been asked to put the following points to you on behalf of the residents: What is the timescale for reducing the size of the bus cage? Will the bus cage be reduced back to its original size, and if not, why not?

• Reference: 2015/3036
• Question by: Valerie Shawcross
• Meeting date: 16 September 2015

What incentives are TfL planning to put in place?

• Reference: 2015/3035
• Question by: Valerie Shawcross
• Meeting date: 16 September 2015

Do you think any target should apply to individual operators so all of them must have a percentage of their fleet that is wheelchair accessible?

• Reference: 2015/3034
• Question by: Valerie Shawcross
• Meeting date: 16 September 2015

The Transport Committee Future Proof Report recommended that "The Mayor and TfL should ensure that disabled taxi and private hire passengers' needs are met by taking steps to incentivise the provision of wheelchair accessible private hire vehicles (for example, through reduced vehicle licensing fees) with a view to reaching 25 per cent wheelchair accessibility across the private hire fleet by 2018." TfL responded to say, "We will consider what incentives can be put in place to encourage the take up of more private hire vehicles that are wheelchair accessible. The private hire trade does not support the imposition of quotas...

• Reference: 2015/3033
• Question by: Valerie Shawcross
• Meeting date: 16 September 2015

The strategy says, "The Mayor will expect Transport for London to assess, on a scheme-by-scheme basis, the implications of service improvements which could have significant impacts on noise and vibration, and incorporate cost-effective mitigation measures where appropriate." Can you provide details of TfL's assessment of the night tube scheme and what mitigations have been proposed?

• Reference: 2015/3032
• Question by: Valerie Shawcross
• Meeting date: 16 September 2015

The strategy says, "Current Noise Insulation Regulations for railways are based on the principle that noise from existing facilities is already known to local residents, and reflected in property values. New railways may not have been expected by existing property owners, who may be eligible for compensation. As with roads, the regulations do not apply where the use of existing lines is intensified." Can you confirm that London Underground will not be required to pay any compensation as a result of running the night tube?

• Reference: 2015/3031
• Question by: Valerie Shawcross
• Meeting date: 16 September 2015

The strategy says, "The Mayor…will expect Transport for London… to examine the scope for promoting the safe and cost-effective use of railway noise barriers, where source-related measures would not be effective." What noise barriers have been installed in advance of the night tube opening?

• Reference: 2015/3030
• Question by: Valerie Shawcross
• Meeting date: 16 September 2015

The strategy says, "Railway operating practices which minimise noise, particularly at night, should be promoted and 'no idling' policies observed." What practices will London Underground be observing during the operation of the Night Tube?