§ Ms. RuddockTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport what representations have been received on access and provision for disabled people in response to the consultation paper "A Bus Strategy for London".
§ Mr. FreemanThe consultation paper, "A Bus Strategy for London" did not deal specifically with the provision of bus services for disabled people. Nevertheless, a number of those who responded to the paper—including the hon. Lady—commented on this point. Their views have been fully taken into account. A statement on the conclusions reached following the consultation exercise will be made shortly.
§ Ms. RuddockTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport if he plans to meet representatives of the Greater London Association of Disabled People to discuss the implications of bus deregulation for people with disabilities.
§ Mr. FreemanI should be pleased to meet representatives of the Greater London Association for Disabiled People to discuss their views on access to public transport for disabled people.