Context
The local MP highlighted concerns from constituents in Betley, Bradwell, Wolstanton, Audley and other villages who face difficulties accessing medical and retail services due to insufficient bus provision.
Question
A well-connected transport system is critical to the local economy, a healthy population and a sense of pride in our communities. However, many of my Newcastle-under-Lyme constituents in Betley, Bradwell, Wolstanton, Audley and the rest of the villages have made it clear that they cannot access medical or retail services due to a lack of local bus provision, hurting our shops and the health and wellbeing of my constituents. Will the Minister come to Newcastle-under-Lyme to meet me so that we can establish a path forward to get my constituents the bus services they need?
Answer from The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Transport (Simon Lightwood)
While I would always welcome the opportunity to meet my hon. Friend, I urge him to lobby Staffordshire county council, which will get £11.1 million in bus funding in 2025-26, consisting of £5.8 million in revenue and £5.3 million in capital, specifically to support and improve bus services and infrastructure across Staffordshire, including in his constituency.
Not addressed: The Minister did not directly address the request for a visit or provide specifics on how this funding will be allocated to solve local transport issues.
How: Lobbying
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