Connectivity and Infrastructure 2022-02-09
2022-02-09
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Q1
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The question arises from the need to improve connectivity and infrastructure across all regions of the UK, particularly focusing on Wales.
What steps the Government are taking to improve connectivity and infrastructure in Wales?
The Government are committed to levelling up across the whole United Kingdom, including Wales. Better connectivity and infrastructure are key to that, which is why we asked Sir Peter Hendy to conduct the Union connectivity review.
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Specific actions or funding commitments for improving Welsh connectivity were not provided
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Q2
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Following the initial question, the MP inquired about specific commitments within the Union connectivity review to improve journey times on rail lines between London and Aberdeen and protect domestic routes.
Does my hon. Friend agree that in addition to the actions that he has announced, the Union connectivity review pledges to do much more, including reducing journey times on the east coast rail line and protecting important domestic routes between London and Aberdeen?
To draw on the link between Wales and Scotland, I congratulate Loganair, which flies between Cardiff and Edinburgh and will no doubt benefit from the cut in air passenger duty for regional airports. As a result, we can expect to see an increase in demand for flights, which is good news for Cardiff airport, good news for travellers and good news for the Union.
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The questioner asked about rail journey times but the answer focused on air connectivity between Wales and Scotland
Changed Subject To Aviation
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