Written Question·Department for Transport·UIN 116565
London Underground: Lifts
Tabled: 27 February 2026
Answered: 6 March 2026
Question
Mr Paul Kohler
Liberal Democrat — Wimbledon
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what discussions she has had with TfL on the increase in lift closures due solely to a lack of trained staff on the London Underground to 6,365 hours in 2025, compared with 6,197 hours in 2024.
Answer
Keir MatherMinisters and officials have regular conversations with Transport for London on a variety of issues including accessibility of their network. Transport in London is devolved to the Mayor, and TfL is responsible for managing the London Underground.