Context
The question arises from a broader discussion on the operational control of local public transport services and their efficiency.
Question
What plans he has to enable public transport authorities to operate their own bus services. I thank the Minister for his response, but I do not think it amounted to an answer to my question, so let me try again. If publicly owned bus services are right for London, why are they not right for the Liverpool city region?
Answer from Chris Heaton-Harris
To be fair, the right hon. Gentleman's question was, “What plans he has to enable public transport authorities to operate their own bus services,” and I gave the appropriate answer. However, as he will know, I am quite keen, as a localist, to try to do some of this, but the Government are committed to implementing the UK's first ever long-term bus strategy, which will be accompanied by long-term funding. That strategy will focus on passenger needs and set out how the Government will work with local authorities and the private sector.
Not addressed: The specific plans enabling public transport authorities to operate their own bus services were not provided, only a general commitment to a long-term bus strategy.
How: To Be Fair, The Right Hon. Gentleman'S Question Was...
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