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Shared Transport: Government Policy Objectives
09 March 2022
Lead MP
Ben Bradshaw
Debate Type
Adjournment Debate
Tags
TaxationTransportClimateForeign AffairsWomen & EqualitiesLocal Government
Other Contributors: 1
At a Glance
Ben Bradshaw raised concerns about shared transport: government policy objectives 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 MP noted the lack of attention given to shared transport schemes like car clubs, which offer a cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative to private vehicle ownership. He highlighted statistics showing that car club membership has increased by 96% in one year, with each vehicle potentially taking off up to 18 cars from roads. Bradshaw emphasised the environmental benefits of car sharing, such as lower carbon emissions and reduced congestion, and called for greater support from national and local government to accelerate modal shift towards shared transport modes like electric vehicles and bicycles.
No specific interventions noted.
Government Response
TaxationTransportClimateForeign AffairsWomen & EqualitiesLocal Government
Government Response
The Minister welcomed the debate and acknowledged shared transport's potential to improve accessibility, reduce emissions, and promote sustainable travel. She outlined several initiatives already underway, including trials for rental e-scooters and electric vehicle infrastructure rollouts. The response covered plans for new guidance on Mobility as a Service, development of car clubs, and efforts towards rural mobility strategies. The Minister confirmed the Department’s commitment to inclusivity in transport networks and mentioned upcoming consultations on traffic regulation orders and future legislation. She emphasised that while some issues were outside her remit, such as taxation matters for HM Treasury, she would follow up on these points.
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