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House of Commons · Ministers' Questions

Covid-19: Active Travel (Local Authorities)

Monday 18 May 2020 · 1 question

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Key points

  • Government announced a 2 billion package of support for active travel on 9 May
  • The package includes 250 million for this financial year
  • Further details on the schemes will be provided in due course

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Ruth Cadbury Lab Brentford and Isleworth
Context

Local authorities need support to promote cycling and walking as the lockdown eases.

Question

What support are the Government providing local authorities for active travel initiatives amid the easing of lockdown restrictions?

Answer from Rachel Maclean, Minister for Sport

The Government announced a £2 billion package of support for active travel on 9 May, including £250 million for this financial year. The schemes referred to are being worked on and further details will be provided in due course.

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