§ Mr. RaynsfordTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport (1) what representations he has received about the operation of the London night-time lorry ban;
(2) what consultation his Department has undertaken with representatives of the public about the future of the London lorry ban;
(3) if he will make a statement on the Government's intentions in respect of the London lorry ban.
§ Mr. NorrisI have received a number of representations from hon. Members, from London borough councils and from the Freight Transport Association. Many of these related to the cost of administering the ban and the problems created by the operation of the system of exemption permits. I am considering proposals aimed at reducing the bureaucracy associated with the administration of the ban while maintaining the environmental protection it offers. These will be published shortly. I am arranging to meet the London Boroughs Transport Committee, the Freight Transport Association and the Association of London Authorities shortly.