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Rural Transport
08 January 2024
Lead MP
Bill Wiggin
Debate Type
Adjournment Debate
Tags
Agriculture & Rural AffairsParliamentary Procedure
Other Contributors: 1
At a Glance
Bill Wiggin raised concerns about rural transport in the House of Commons. A government minister responded. Other MPs also contributed.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
The Member of Parliament for North Herefordshire, Bill Wiggin, raised concerns about the misprinting of the Order Paper and then shifted to discuss issues related to rural transport. He emphasised the need for better transportation infrastructure in rural areas, highlighting that this is a vital issue that impacts his constituents significantly. However, due to the brief nature of the provided text, specific examples or statistics were not detailed beyond the initial mention of the issue's importance and its impact on local communities.
Guy Opperman
Con
Hexham
The Minister for Transport responded positively to the concerns raised, praising Bill Wiggin’s speech and acknowledging his constituency’s needs. He stated that the government has significantly increased funding for transport infrastructure in rural areas, particularly in Herefordshire, with specific figures provided.
Government Response
The Speaker of the House of Commons, Lindsay Hoyle, interjected to correct a procedural issue raised by Guy Opperman. He pointed out that it was unfair for the Minister to address another Member personally in his response and then move on without giving them an opportunity to respond.
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