00:01Noise from tube trains is causing concern for some London residents who say louder services
00:06are affecting their homes and daily lives. A London Assembly member has called for a full
00:11investigation into the issue and how the problem can be tackled.
00:15Ellie Baker says residents deserve answers after reports of increased noise levels near parts of
00:21the network. She wants Transport for London to provide more detail about its approach to managing
00:27track noise and the work being carried out to reduce it. The Mayor of London, Sir Sadiq Khan says he
00:34understands the impact of noise on residents and passengers. Transport for London says reducing
00:40noise is a priority and has used maintenance work to improve track conditions. It says targeted
00:48grinding programs have also been used. The Transport Network has changed its approach to track grinding
00:54and now uses data to decide where work is needed most. Concerns are focused on areas including
01:01Brent, Kennington, Islington, Camden and South Wimbledon where some residents report ongoing
01:07disruption from noise. The issue has included complaints from people living close to tube lines
01:12who describe loud rumbling and vibrations from passing trains. TfL says it has removed some noisy
01:20rail joints and continues improvement work. The debate remains about how best to respond to the issue.
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