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Thursday 27 February 2025 · 1 question

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Answered 0 Partly answered 1 Not answered 0

Key points

  • Mark Sewards asked the Leader of the House to grant a debate on the need for a mass transit system in Leeds to stimulate economic growth.
  • The Leader of the House acknowledged the importance of mass transit schemes, citing the example of Manchester.
  • The Leader of the House stated that funding has been allocated and work is being done with the West Yorkshire combined authority to bring plans to fruition.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Mark Sewards Lab Leeds South West and Morley
Economy Transport
Context

In Nottingham, a tram line generated £100 million in investment for local businesses. The Government has indicated support for a mass transit system in West Yorkshire.

Question

The MP noted the benefits of mass transit systems and cited the example of Nottingham's tram line generating £100 million in business investment. He asked if the Leader of the House would grant a debate in government time on the urgent need to build a mass transit system for economic growth in Leeds.

Answer from Lucy Powell

The Leader of the House acknowledged the importance of mass transit schemes, citing Manchester as an example. She stated that funding has been set aside and work is being done with the West Yorkshire combined authority to ensure plans become a reality.

Partly answered

Not addressed: Granting a debate in Government time

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