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Acknowledged the positive impact of investing in public infrastructure but questioned the lack of detail provided by the Chief Secretary. Asked for a commitment to publish a project pipeline and inquired about how many projects from the previous Conservative Government's pipeline will be retained or abandoned.
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Asked questions about the impact of increased national insurance and new employment regulations on the construction sector, raised concerns about skills pinch points, inquired about changes in investment mix between private and public sectors, questioned the use of the National Wealth Fund, discussed technology obsolescence risk, inquired about pension mandates for financing capital investments, raised concerns about value for money according to revised Green Book rules, and asked about measures to protect budgets under financial pressures.
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Acknowledged the past membership of the Business Select Committee with former MPs, facilitated questions and responses between MPs.
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Welcomed the focus on housing and transport infrastructure investment, inquired about value for money measures, asked about HS2 mismanagement, and sought assurance regarding the Arran ferry scandal.
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Called for scrutiny of the 10-year infrastructure plan, criticised previous Conservative Government's management of HS2, questioned delegated funding from the structures fund, proposed a broader skills and training levy to replace the apprenticeship levy.
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The Chief Secretary to the Treasury emphasised the commitment to maintenance of public infrastructure, despite it not being sexy or good for election leaflets. He committed billions to addressing an enormous backlog and mentioned NISTA will coordinate across Government to prioritise maintenance. The minister also defended his approach to funding development earlier with proper oversight.
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Ms McEvoy thanked the Chief Secretary for the strategy, which improves lives and incomes in her constituency. She asked for more detail on the ambition for a place-based approach, Green Book reforms and pilots.
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Mr Bhatti inquired about the Midlands rail hub project and sought details of how much money has been committed to it.
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Ms Creasy welcomed the investment strategy but raised concerns about the legacy of private finance initiative. She asked if the Chief Secretary would meet her and others keen on learning lessons from PFI to avoid future issues.
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Mr Mayhew agreed with Ms Creasy but questioned the confidence in the current Government's ability to negotiate contracts effectively, referencing past failures.
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Mr Murphy welcomed the Chief Secretary’s statement about record investment in social and affordable housing. He asked if this strategy will turn around previous poor performance in business investment under the last Government.
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Mr Farron welcomed comments on maintenance but sought assurances that local communities would be supported during a large motorway maintenance project affecting the M6 at Lune Gorge.
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Mr Charters asked about the £9 billion maintenance fund and how York's public buildings will benefit from it, highlighting previous failures under the Conservatives to address maintenance issues.
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Mr Cooper raised concerns that the new authority announced would have little oversight in Scotland due to the Barnett formula. He asked about potential funding for the A75 road, a piece of critical national infrastructure.
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Mr Poynton welcomed the UK Government’s bold 10-year infrastructure plan and suggested that the Scottish National Party Government could learn from the UK Government in addressing Scotland's housing emergency.
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Mr Doogan criticised the statement as denying reality, highlighting challenging cuts off the backs of the poorest and questioning the necessity of spending on the House of Lords while infrastructure projects face delays.
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Criticised the UK government for neglecting Scotland in the Chancellor's spending review, infrastructure working paper, and today's statement. Asked about private finance initiative projects and questioned why the Welsh Government is engaged while the SNP Scottish Government is not.
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Responded to questions from Gavin Newlands by mentioning large real-term funding increases since devolution, a supercomputer in Edinburgh, development for Acorn and carbon capture usage storage. He also highlighted defence spending including on Clyde.
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Welcomed the statement and pointed out years of neglect affecting infrastructure investment in east England. Called upon the Chief Secretary to look at Ely junction project for economic growth, highlighting a £1 return on every £5 invested.
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Welcomed the Treasury reviewing Green Book to prevent regional inequalities and asked about the Stepping Hill hospital repair backlog of £138 million. Inquired about how place-based business case pilots will be reviewed.
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Suggested North East Derbyshire as a suitable location for a place-based business case pilot, citing its unique mix of urban, rural and semi-rural communities. Highlighted the importance of creating functioning places with relevant public service infrastructure.
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Asked about funding distribution fairness for regions like the West of England that have been overlooked in the past, specifically mentioning upgrading junctions 16 and 17 on M5, fixing original Severn bridge, and upgrading Westerleigh rail junction.
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Encouraged by the Minister's statement for rebuilding Britain from Conservative mess. Inquired about how constituencies like hers can take advantage of new place-based business case under Green Book strategy.
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Welcomed Government’s investment in flood defences and questioned if climate resilience and preparedness will be put on statutory footing, requiring major infrastructure providers to carry out climate risk assessments for safety.
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Welcomed the Green Book review of co-ordination in joined-up infrastructure thinking. Asked if Gravesham could be a pilot for place-based study to help with affordable homes in the context of major infrastructure projects like the lower Thames crossing.
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Agreed with Labour Mayor for York and North Yorkshire that spending review announcements fall short. Proposed dualling and electrifying the line between Leeds and York via Harrogate to unlock growth in part of Yorkshire.
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Welcomed statement and national infrastructure strategy after dithering delay by previous government. Highlighted that investing in infrastructure sets foundation for growth across the whole country, benefiting north Kent with jobs, reduced congestion, business opportunities, enhanced connectivity.
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Noted lack of mention of rural areas and decades-long loss in infrastructure investment affecting Welsh rural communities. Asked about prioritising disadvantaged rural areas in Wales.
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The hon. Member criticises the Conservative approach to investment, arguing it is fundamentally different from previous failures leading to crumbling infrastructure and profligate waste of public money in Scotland.
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The hon. Member argues that Wales has been cheated out of billions of pounds due to misclassification of several projects as England and Wales projects, highlighting the need for investment outside central areas.
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The hon. Member urges the Minister to encourage his counterparts in Scotland to invest in infrastructure such as Winchburgh train station which has not been delivered despite years of promises.
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The hon. Member questions whether the 10-year strategy incorporates enhancing connectivity throughout the UK, specifically mentioning flights between Belfast and other major cities becoming more costly.
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As a civil engineer, the hon. Member welcomes the long-term plan but criticises the lack of delivery on projects such as Sheriffhall roundabout in Edinburgh and asks about universities' role in developing skills.
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The hon. Member highlights investment needs for Bournemouth and Dorset, mentioning £1.6 million going into a college and £500 million into NHS buildings, urging the Minister to meet him to consider further investment opportunities.
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The hon. Member lobbies for future investment in Harlow regarding the UK Health Security Agency and maintenance of hospitals under the new infrastructure approach.
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The hon. Member welcomes the statement, criticising previous Government's lack of investment and urging how this Government’s plans will deliver for Portsmouth following their decimation of shipbuilding.
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The hon. Member seeks clarification on how the new strategy will support infrastructure in growing cities, such as GP surgeries and hospitals needed to support new homes.
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The hon. Member highlights immediate effects of the long-term plan in South Norfolk with investments like £200 million for Thickthorn junction and upgrades to GP practices, advocating for future investment in Norwich Research Park.