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Covid-19: Public Transport

Thursday 12 March 2020 · 1 question

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Key points

  • Digital and printed posters have been put up at railway stations to inform passengers and workers.
  • Enhanced engagement has taken place with Public Health England to implement safety protocols.
  • The Secretary of State met with Network Rail's chief executive and chair to discuss measures against coronavirus.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Mohammad Yasin Lab Liverpool, Wavertree
Transport
Context

The World Health Organisation has declared covid-19 a pandemic and there are concerns about the spread of the virus on public transport.

Question

What new measures will be taken to keep passengers and transport workers safe on public transport?

Answer from The Secretary of State for Transport, Grant Shapps

Digital and printed posters have been put up at railway stations. Enhanced engagement has taken place with Public Health England protocols. The Secretary met Network Rail's chief executive and chair to discuss measures against coronavirus. Aviation industry leaders also received similar discussions.

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