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Transport Connections: North-East England and Scotland

Wednesday 25 March 2020 · 1 question

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Key points

  • Richard Holden inquired about steps to improve transport connectivity via the A68.
  • Douglas Ross acknowledged the A68 as a vital link between England and Scotland.
  • Ross stated he would discuss this critical network with the Secretary of State for Transport.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Richard Holden Con Darlington
Transport
Context

The A68 is a critical road link connecting the north of England to Scotland, passing through several constituencies.

Question

Richard Holden inquired about steps taken by the government to improve transport connectivity via the A68 and requested that it be raised with the Department for Transport due to its importance post-coronavirus outbreak.

Answer from Douglas Ross

Douglas Ross acknowledged the importance of the A68 as a vital link between England and Scotland, running from Darlington to Edinburgh. He stated that he would be happy to discuss this critical network with his right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Transport.

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