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House of Commons · Ministers' Questions

Infrastructure Projects: Delivery

Thursday 17 September 2020 · 3 questions

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Answered 0 Partly answered 3 Not answered 0

Key points

  • Ministerial Department is focusing on delivering infrastructure projects better, greener, and faster through initiatives like the Acceleration Unit and Project Speed.
  • Government supports West Midlands Mayor Andy Street's investment plans in transport infrastructure, aiming to level up the region.
  • Minister commits to working with Mark Jenkinson and stakeholders to improve connectivity for the Heathfield bridge in Aspatria.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Mark Jenkinson
Transport
Context

The question addresses the need for faster and more efficient delivery of transport projects.

Question

What steps his Department is taking to expedite the delivery of transport infrastructure projects. My Department is looking to deliver infrastructure projects better, greener and faster through initiatives including the Acceleration Unit and Project Speed.

Answer from Grant Shapps

My Department is looking to deliver infrastructure projects better, greener and faster through initiatives including the Acceleration Unit and Project Speed.

Partly answered

Not addressed: Specific steps or timelines not provided

How: Looking To

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Q2 Nicola Richards
Transport
Context

The question is prompted by the impact of coronavirus on communities and a specific proposal for transport infrastructure investment.

Question

Given the impact that coronavirus has had on communities such as mine in West Bromwich East, will my right hon. Friend throw his support behind West Midlands Mayor Andy Street's unprecedented investment plans in our transport infrastructure, like the midland metro, helping to bring it to places such as Great Barr in my constituency, so that all communities can feel the benefits of levelling up?

Answer from Grant Shapps

Yes, indeed. I pay tribute to my hon. Friend for her campaigning on this issue and, of course, to the West Midlands Mayor's relentless campaigning. I have been to see the proposed extensions. They are very impressive, and the Government will absolutely back any processes that will help to level up communities.

Partly answered

Not addressed: No specific support or commitment mentioned beyond general backing

How: Backing Any Processes

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Q3 Mark Jenkinson
Transport
Context

The question arises due to a car strike anniversary that has caused traffic issues on the Heathfield bridge in Aspatria.

Question

The Heathfield bridge on the A596 at Aspatria in my constituency crosses the Cumbrian coast railway line. It will shortly see the second anniversary of a car strike, which still sees the main arterial road reduced to one lane. Will my right hon. Friend work with me and stakeholders to ensure that action to repair the bridge becomes a priority and that this is not allowed to happen again?

Answer from Grant Shapps

I have been to my hon. Friend's constituency and I completely appreciate how important the bridge is and the connectivity it provides, so I will absolutely commit to working with him to try to ensure that that connectivity is improved.

Partly answered

Not addressed: No specific prioritization or timeline for repair actions mentioned

How: Commitment To Work With, To Try To

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