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HANSARDCovid-19: TransportThe noble Baroness is right, in that there have been some really unpleasant examples of people speeding—sometimes vastly over the speed limit—and it is entirely and utterly…14 May 2020HANSARDCovid-19: TransportThe noble Lord has indeed raised this point before. I looked at that study. It is interesting, but obviously I am not a scientific expert. Therefore, I cannot comment on it in…14 May 2020HANSARDCovid-19: TransportI speak to TfL every few days and our call tomorrow will be done together, because we felt that that would be the most appropriate way to get the message across. As I think my…14 May 2020HANSARDMotor Vehicles (Tests) (Amendment) (Coronavirus) Regulations 2020My Lords, I thank the noble Lord, Lord Rosser, for providing the opportunity to consider these regulations and to probe the Government’s intentions around vehicle testing for…13 May 2020HANSARDCovid-19: Public Transport SafetyI thank the noble Baroness for raising this really important issue. In the operator guidance, there are clear points for those with protected characteristics, be they disabled,…12 May 2020HANSARDCovid-19: Public Transport SafetyMy Lords, passenger and transport worker safety is absolutely paramount. To help make journeys safer, my department has today published new guidance for both transport operators…12 May 2020HANSARDCovid-19: Public Transport SafetyI would challenge the noble Baroness in her assertion that the operator guidance is vague. It sets out the key elements that the operators must consider, but the important element…12 May 2020HANSARDCovid-19: Public Transport SafetyEach devolved nation is responsible for its own guidance. However, I reassure the noble Lord that we are of course in contact with the Administrations in the devolved nations to…12 May 2020HANSARDCovid-19: Public Transport SafetyI thank my noble friend for his observations. The Government recognise that there is much to be done from a transport perspective to help the nation’s health. That is why we have…12 May 2020HANSARDCovid-19: Public Transport SafetyMy Lords, the guidance for transport operators and passengers sets out clear expectations for two-metre social distancing. At some stages that will not be possible: on busier…12 May 2020HANSARDCovid-19: Public Transport SafetyI reassure my noble friend that we are in close contact with Transport for London. I speak to it probably every few days to assess exactly where it is on its restart plans—I have…12 May 2020HANSARDCovid-19: Public Transport SafetyRural transport is absolutely key to being able to provide for more vulnerable groups who have no alternative but to use public transport so that they are able to access the…12 May 2020HANSARDAviation and Tourism: CancellationsThe provisions that have already been put in place and announced by the Chancellor are available across the economy. They therefore do not have the sorts of conditions that the…05 May 2020HANSARDAviation and Tourism: CancellationsI thank the noble Lord for that suggestion and for bringing up the important issue of vouchers. Customers may be offered a voucher as opposed to a refund, but they are under no…05 May 2020HANSARDAviation and Tourism: CancellationsMy noble friend raises an important series of questions. On voucher support, the Chancellor has already announced wide-ranging support for all sizes of businesses. I encourage all…05 May 2020HANSARDAviation and Tourism: CancellationsThe noble Baroness, Lady Randerson, is absolutely right that many of the cruise companies are indeed foreign owned. Provided that a cruise has been sold, or indeed offered for…05 May 2020HANSARDAviation and Tourism: CancellationsThe issue around force majeure and contracts is complicated. I am sure my noble friend will appreciate that I cannot give firm advice, because in these cases, each contract is…05 May 2020HANSARDAviation and Tourism: CancellationsThe noble Lord reiterates points that have been made previously. I can only reassure him that we are working with the airlines to understand the challenges they face in order to…05 May 2020HANSARDAviation and Tourism: CancellationsMy Lords, the Government’s position is clear. If a customer asks for a refund, that refund needs to be paid. The Government are in regular contact with the airlines and other…05 May 2020HANSARDAviation and Tourism: CancellationsMy Lords, the Government appreciate the frustration that consumers are feeling. We have made it absolutely clear that the customer should get a refund if they ask for one.…05 May 2020