Written Question·Department for Transport·UIN 62942

Underground Railways: Noise

Tabled: 26 June 2025
Answered: 2 July 2025

Question

Andrew Rosindell

Reform UK — Romford

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether her Department is taking steps with the Mayor of London to help mitigate residential noise pollution from (a) the London Underground and (b) associated maintenance works.

Answer

Simon Lightwood
Transport in London is devolved to the Mayor of London and Transport for London. They are responsible for the operation and maintenance of London Underground, including assessment of noise generated and any necessary mitigations.