Orders of the Day — London Regional Transport (Penalty Fares) Bill (By Order)

Part of the debate – in the House of Commons at 7:30 pm on 10 May 1990.

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Photo of Ms Audrey Wise Ms Audrey Wise , Preston 7:30, 10 May 1990

Does my hon. Friend accept that it is not just a London matter but that the transport arrangements in the capital affect people who travel to London for many purposes from all parts of the country? Even if there had been excellent consultation arrangements for London Members, it would be grossly inadequate if Members generally were not consulted. It is the concern of all hon. Members.

Does my hon. Friend further accept that it was probably a great service to him that LRT cancelled the consultation dinner, because many of his constituents might have misunderstood it if he had gone to a dinner with LRT when their bus services were being cut? My recommendation would be to insist that LRT consults properly at meetings which are held for the purpose and which are open to the public.