The London Assembly is set to investigate whether outer boroughs like Redbridge are getting the public transport they deserve.

A scrutiny into public transport services in outer London has been launched by the GLA's outer London investigative committee.

It will look at travel needs, current services, barriers to using public transport, residents' priorities and specific transport improvements which need to be made.

Committee chairwoman Meg Hillier said: "Many people in outer London feel they are getting a second class service from the buses, tubes and railway services.

"We want to see for ourselves then we can make recommendations to London Mayor Ken Livingstone and the government."

Members of the inquiry team will visit outer London centres to see the facts for themselves and talk to local public transport users.

They are also urging interest groups and individuals with ideas to contact them.

Ms Hillier said: "People living in London are more reliant on public transport than anywhere else in the country. That's why the quality of the services matters so much to us and that's why we want to hear from people living in outer London."

Anyone with views on public transport in outer London can email Meg Hillier at meg.hillier@london.gov.uk or write to her at Greater London Authority, Marsham Street, London SW1P 3PY.

November 19, 2001 12:00