To class as accessible a stop must have a kerb height which allows the bus ramp to be deployed, be protected from cars parking in it through the use of yellow lines, and be free of obstacles and clutter which prevent passengers boarding or exiting.
City Hall Greens welcome Mayor’s pledge to consult on expanded Ultra Low Emission Zone
Since taking office in May, Mr Khan has announced plans to clean up London’s bus fleet, confirmed that older polluting vehicles will be charged for entering central London and consulted on bringing forward the Ultra Low Emission Zone first approved by former Mayor Boris Johnson.
Live: Sadiq Khan at Mayor’s Question Time
Assembly Members will question Sadiq Khan on a range of topics, including the challenges posed to the capital by Brexit, the Metropolitan Police’s approach to tackling honour-based violence and plans for the London-wide Ultra Low Emission Zone.
Mayor publishes action plan to boost London bus passenger numbers
While use of the Tube, DLR and Overground has increased in recent years, ridership on the capital’s bus network has fallen, partly due to increased congestion which adversely impacts on journey times.
Met’s Deputy Commissioner says changes to how force operates are “essential” in the face of budget cuts
The latest round of government budget cuts will require the Metropolitan Police to make changes “right across” the force if it’s to deliver a policing model which is sustainable in the longterm, Deputy Commissioner Craig Mackey has told MayorWatch.
