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Transport for London Act 2008
Summary
This Act gives Transport for London (TfL) new legal powers and responsibilities to run and develop London's public transport network. It allows TfL to make decisions about buses, the Underground, and other services, and sets out the rules for how it should operate and be held accountable.
A vote to support means
- —Supporting this Act means backing Transport for London's ability to manage London's buses, Underground, trams, and other transport services more effectively. It gives TfL greater powers to improve services, invest in new infrastructure, and make decisions about how London's transport system operates for millions of daily users.
A vote to oppose means
- —Critics might worry about giving TfL too much power without enough local oversight, or concern that increased investment could mean higher fares for passengers. Some might also question whether the Act properly protects workers' rights or ensures fair treatment of different London communities.
Cast Your Vote
People's Vote0 votes
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Bill Passage
Commons
- 1st reading2 May 2007
- 2nd reading21 May 2007
- Committee stage2 Apr 2008
- Report stage29 Apr 2008
- 3rd reading6 May 2008
Lords
- 1st reading23 Jan 2006
- 2nd reading8 Feb 2006
- Committee stage23 Oct 2006
- Committee stage13 Mar 2007
- 3rd reading2 May 2007
Royal Assent22 May 2008
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