Transport: Pedicabs

Debate between Lord Leigh of Hurley and Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon

Thursday 27th April 2017 Lords Chamber

[Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon]

I am sure that those who aspire to hold that position have taken note of the noble Lord’s comments.

[Lord Leigh of Hurley (Con)]

Can my noble friend the Minister advise us whether the Government plan to make any economic assessment of the impact of the imposition of bicycle lanes on London businesses, particularly small businesses and mobile tradesmen such as stonemasons, who effectively have had to stop serving London businesses?

[Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon]

As my noble friend is aware, cycle lanes are primarily a responsibility of the Mayor of London. I know that views have been expressed in this House and elsewhere, and I am sure those will be taken into account if reviews are carried out of cycle lanes and their operation in London.