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Written Question
Railways: Tickets
Monday 17th July 2023

Asked by: Munira Wilson (Liberal Democrat - Twickenham)

Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether his Department has made an estimate of the potential cost savings arising from the proposed closure of Network Rail ticket offices.

Answered by Huw Merriman - Minister of State (Department for Transport)

This is an industry-led process. The outcomes of the consultations will not be known until the Ticketing and Settlement Agreement process has been concluded.


Written Question
Railways: Tickets
Thursday 13th July 2023

Asked by: Munira Wilson (Liberal Democrat - Twickenham)

Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether he has had recent discussions with Network Rail on the potential merits of amending the conditions of travel to allow passengers to purchase tickets later in their journeys when (a) they cannot purchase the correct ticket through a ticket machine at their departure station and (b) no ticket office is available.

Answered by Huw Merriman - Minister of State (Department for Transport)

We recognise there are a wide range of fares and tickets offered to passengers, and that not all products are offered consistently online or at ticket vending machines. Industry is looking to expand digital ticketing options and make them even easier for passengers to use through upgrades to ticket vending machines and digitisation of more tickets and processes.

When proposing major changes to ticket office opening hours (including closures), the train operating companies are required to take into account the adequacy of the proposed alternatives in relation to the needs of all passengers including tickets.

Passengers will not be expected to travel out of their way to buy a ticket and will be able to buy en route or at their destination.


Written Question
Railways: Tickets
Thursday 13th July 2023

Asked by: Munira Wilson (Liberal Democrat - Twickenham)

Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether he has had discussions with National Rail operators on (a) facilitating the purchase of extension tickets for Freedom Pass holders and (b) the application of D50 discounts for tickets through ticket machines at stations where ticket offices are set to close.

Answered by Huw Merriman - Minister of State (Department for Transport)

We recognise there are a wide range of fares and tickets offered to passengers, and that not all products are offered consistently online or at ticket vending machines. Industry is looking to expand digital ticketing options and make them even easier for passengers to use through upgrades to ticket vending machines and digitisation of more tickets and processes.

When proposing major changes to ticket office opening hours (including closures), the train operating companies are required to take into account the adequacy of the proposed alternatives in relation to the needs of all passengers including tickets.

Passengers will not be expected to travel out of their way to buy a ticket and will be able to buy en route or at their destination.


Written Question
Air Routes: Environment Protection and Health Hazards
Tuesday 11th July 2023

Asked by: Munira Wilson (Liberal Democrat - Twickenham)

Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what plans he has to assess the environmental and health impacts of concentrated flight paths.

Answered by Jesse Norman

UK airspace is an invisible but vital piece of our national infrastructure. Modernisation is long overdue and is critical to ensure that UK airspace is fit for purpose in the future. Its aim is to deliver quicker, quieter and cleaner journeys and more capacity for the benefit of those who use and are affected by UK airspace.

The Airspace Modernisation Strategy (AMS) sets out the ways, means and ends of modernising airspace through nine elements that will modernise aircraft-based navigation and airspace management. A refreshed AMS was published in January 2023 which extends the strategy out to 2040, reaffirming our commitment to delivering this key infrastructure programme. Sustainability is an overarching principle of the strategy. The environmental benefits of the strategy will contribute towards our Jet Zero emissions reductions targets for the aviation sector.

The environmental benefits of airspace modernisation will contribute towards our Jet Zero emissions reductions targets for the aviation sector. The Free Route Airspace deployment over the southwest of England in March 2023 saved 12,000+ tonnes of CO2/year and 150,000 nautical miles of flying, which is the equivalent of seven trips around the world.

All sponsors of airspace change must follow the Civil Aviation Authority's regulatory requirements as set out in CAP1616. These requirements reflect the Government's Air Navigation Guidance 2017 which requires sponsors to consider the use of multiple flightpaths to disperse air traffic, as well as undertake full assessments of the airspace options they are considering. Noise impacts must be assessed using the Department’s Transport Analysis Guidance which includes a module for valuing the impacts of noise on health and quality of life.

Airports are responsible for the specific arrangements for low-level flightpaths. Engagement with all relevant stakeholders, including communities, is an important part of CAP1616 and is crucial to the success of the airspace modernisation programme. I would encourage you and your constituents to partake in these public engagement exercises to ensure the needs of your constituency are fully accounted for in the airspace change process.


Written Question
Motor Vehicles: Waste Disposal
Wednesday 7th June 2023

Asked by: Munira Wilson (Liberal Democrat - Twickenham)

Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, if he will make an assessment of the potential merits of providing funding for a vehicle scrappage scheme in (a) Greater London and (b) neighbouring counties.

Answered by Richard Holden - Minister without Portfolio (Cabinet Office)

Transport in London is devolved to the Mayor of London and TfL.

This includes decisions with regards to road schemes which charge users such as the Mayor’s decision to expand the ULEZ, which were in his Transport Plan, backed by the Liberal Democrat Group in the London Assembly.

The Mayor of London has received over £6 billion since March 2020. We have been clear that Government grant funding, via the longer-term funding settlement, cannot be used to cover the cost of implementing his ULEZ expansion.

The Mayor must cover this cost through alternative sources.

It is for the Mayor to consider the need and budget for any funding the impact his decision has on drivers and businesses impacted inside and outside of London.


Written Question
Active Travel: Finance
Tuesday 16th May 2023

Asked by: Munira Wilson (Liberal Democrat - Twickenham)

Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment he has made of the impact of changes to funding for active travel projects on the safety of cyclists.

Answered by Jesse Norman

The Cycling and Walking Investment Strategy Report to Parliament, published in July 2022, provides an assessment of the impacts of investment in active travel on road safety. The Department plans to publish a new Road Safety Strategic Framework, based on a Safe System approach, later this spring. Active Travel England will be working with local highway authorities to ensure that all new active travel schemes, however they are funded, are safe and accessible.


Written Question
Cars: Exhaust Emissions
Tuesday 7th February 2023

Asked by: Munira Wilson (Liberal Democrat - Twickenham)

Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, if he will make an assessment of the potential merits of introducing a car scrappage scheme in the South East to support residents in counties bordering Greater London to switch to greener vehicles following the Ultra Low Emission Zone expansion.

Answered by Jesse Norman

The expansion of the Ultra Low Emission Zone across London is a matter for the devolved Greater London Authority. Any concerns about the adequacy of the Mayor of London’s proposed scrappage scheme are matters for them.

Whilst the Government has no current plans for a national scrappage scheme, it already provides incentives for consumers and businesses to purchase and run zero emission vehicles, including lower tax rates for the cleanest vehicles, funding to support electric vehicle chargepoint installation and plug-in vehicle grants.


Written Question
Cars: Exhaust Emissions
Tuesday 7th February 2023

Asked by: Munira Wilson (Liberal Democrat - Twickenham)

Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, if he will take steps to introduce a car scrappage scheme to support people switching to greener vehicles.

Answered by Jesse Norman

The expansion of the Ultra Low Emission Zone across London is a matter for the devolved Greater London Authority. Any concerns about the adequacy of the Mayor of London’s proposed scrappage scheme are matters for them.

Whilst the Government has no current plans for a national scrappage scheme, it already provides incentives for consumers and businesses to purchase and run zero emission vehicles, including lower tax rates for the cleanest vehicles, funding to support electric vehicle chargepoint installation and plug-in vehicle grants.


Written Question
Motor Vehicles: Greater London
Thursday 8th December 2022

Asked by: Munira Wilson (Liberal Democrat - Twickenham)

Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether he will put in place a scrappage scheme to support people in London switching to greener vehicles.

Answered by Jesse Norman

The Government has no plans to introduce a national vehicle scrappage scheme. The Mayor of London has announced a limited vehicle scrappage scheme in relation to his proposed Ultra Low Emission Zone. However, it is only available for cars and motorcycles to support Londoners on certain means-tested benefits or non-means tested disability benefits, and one for vans and minibuses to support eligible micro businesses, sole traders, and charities.


Speech in Commons Chamber - Tue 08 Nov 2022
Night Flights: Impact on Communities

Speech Link

View all Munira Wilson (LD - Twickenham) contributions to the debate on: Night Flights: Impact on Communities