Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask Her Majesty's Government what discussions they have had, or intend to have, with Transport for London about the restrictions and limitations which exist for sight-seeing buses and coaches, in particular regard to (1) exhaust emissions, (2) travelling in central London during rush hours, (3) stopping and parking on double single yellow lines, and (4) using existing bus routes; and whether they will place a copy of any response in the Library of the House including details on the enforcement of any restrictions imposed.

Transport in London is devolved to the Mayor of London and delivered by Transport for London. The Mayor is responsible for determining which types of vehicles are restricted from operating in Central London at certain times of day. The Mayor also determines the policy for the Ultra Low Emission Zone in Central London and the emissions levels for complaint vehicles. Ministers and officials at the Department for Transport have regular meetings with the Mayor’s office and Transport for London where a variety of topics are discussed, including emissions.