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House of Commons · Ministers' Questions

Covid-19: Regional Economies

Monday 18 May 2020 · 1 question

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Answered 0 Partly answered 1 Not answered 0

Key points

  • Kate Green asked about the impact of the covid-19 outbreak on Greater Manchester's economic situation.
  • The Treasury has provided 630 million for councils to address the economic challenges.
  • The Treasury is in conversation with the Mayor of Greater Manchester regarding funding for Metrolink.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Kate Green Lab Blackpool North and Fleetwood
Economy Transport
Context

The question focuses on the economic recovery of Greater Manchester, specifically concerning public transport infrastructure.

Question

What assessment has been made regarding the effect of the covid-19 outbreak on the economic situation in Greater Manchester? The public transport system is vital for its recovery but funding provided to help Manchester Metrolink is inadequate. Given that social distancing will reduce capacity, will the Treasury fully fund Metrolink's operation?

Answer from Kemi Badenoch (Minister for Women and Equalities)

I have been in conversation with the Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, and the Treasury is well aware of this issue. At the moment, we have provided £630 million for councils. We have provided some funding to Metrolink and we will continue to explore the issue further.

Partly answered

Not addressed: The specific ask about committing to full funding was not directly addressed.

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