§ Ms. WalleyTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport what research he is carrying out into the operation of safe buses for women; what assessment he has made of their contribution; in which areas they are operating; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. FreemanMy Department is concerned with the safety of women as public transport users, as pedestrians and as motorists. No specific research has been undertaken into safe buses for women; our priority is, rather, to promote the safety of all passengers on public transport, including women.