§ John AustinTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport what representations he has received on the installation of grab chains on the buttresses of Thames bridges in central London; what consideration he has given to(a) this and (b) other safety measures; which body is responsible for authorising such provision; and which body is responsible for installation of safety measures on bridges. [161526]
§ Mr. JamiesonI have not received any recent representations on the matter of grab chains on the buttresses of bridges in central London.
However the London Coastguard officers liaise with the relevant local authorities and riparian landowners giving advice on the provision of safety equipment along the Thames.