Context
Fylde is known for its beaches and golf courses but lacks adequate transport infrastructure.
Question
Mr Speaker, Fylde is at the heart of the Lancashire riviera, with fabulous beaches and world-class golf courses. With inadequate transport infrastructure, however, people struggle to access it. What representation is the Minister making in Government to ensure that people can visit our seaside gems?
Answer from Helen Whately (Minister of State, Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport)
My hon. Friend is correct that our wonderful coastline, including in his constituency, is one of the great things that our country has to offer visitors. We are supporting coastal tourism, including with the £45 million Discover England fund. The Government have also invested £229 million in the Coastal Communities fund—including in his area—and there is the English coast path. I completely agree, however, that we could and should be doing more to support our seaside attractions. I would be delighted to meet him to discuss his constituency's infrastructure requirements and to arrange a meeting with the Secretary of State for Transport to lobby on his behalf.
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