Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask His Majesty's Government what consideration they have given to halting the introduction of floating bus stops in order (1) to assess the risks and accessibility to passengers with sight impairment, and (2) pending a review of the relevant guidelines issued to local authorities.

The Department is aware of the concerns raised by some groups, particularly visually impaired people, over the use of floating bus stops and is working with Active Travel England on ways to address these concerns.

The Department is currently looking at wide range of options in developing next steps. This is a complex issue and risks and benefits for pedestrians and cyclists need to be considered carefully.

The Disabled Persons’ Transport Advisory Committee provides advice on disability transport issues in their role as a statutory advisory body, including advice on buses and local transport. In addition, the Department engages regularly, and consults with, a wide range of stakeholders, including groups representing the needs of disabled people.