To ask the Secretary of State for Transport (1) what consultations he has had with London Underground over the standing capacity limits in tube carriages;(2) what representations he has received over the capacity limits of London Underground trains.

We have received only one representation in the last three years about the capacity limits of London underground trains, although I understand the Health and Safety Executive's railway inspectorate has received a few letters.The inspectorate has discussed with London Underground on the Secretary of State's behalf plans for refurbishing existing trains and proposals for new stock. It has been an objective of these discussions to maximise passenger-carrying capacity while maintaining safety.