Commons Sense

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Road Network England 2020-01-30

2020-01-30

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Direct Answer
Mark Jenkinson Con
Workington
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The Government have invested £17.6 billion since 2015 and plan to invest further over the next five years.
In Mark Jenkinson's constituency, there is a planned roundabout on the A66 at Brigham and Broughton to improve road safety. He seeks an update on the start date for these improvements.
Grant Shapps
The Secretary of State looks forward to the roundabout being taken forward as part of road investment strategy 2, which is due to be announced shortly.
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Q2 Direct Answer
Ruth Cadbury Lab
Brentford and Isleworth
▸ Context
The Conservative manifesto aims to improve cycling and walking safety, allocating £350 million towards it.
The £350 million allocated is not new money as other funds are coming to an end. The questioner asks what the Secretary of State will do seriously to improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians.
Grant Shapps
The £350 million is additional to current funds; moreover, the Government are committed to making Bikeability available to all children in England to support cycling proficiency.
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Q3 Direct Answer
Peter Aldous Con
Barrhead and Hordersley
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The development consent order for the Lowestoft third crossing was delayed due to the general election, with a previous deadline of 6 December.
Peter Aldous asks when the decision on the development consent order will be announced and requests an update.
Grant Shapps
The process is ongoing, and while specifics cannot be shared at this time, the Secretary of State will contact Peter Aldous to provide further details.
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Q4 Direct Answer
Jonathan Reynolds Lab
Stalybridge and Hyde
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The Mottram bypass has been under discussion for over half a century. It is due to be completed this year as part of the trans-Pennine upgrade programme.
Jonathan Reynolds asks the Secretary of State to recommit to the project and suggests meeting to discuss its progress, given its long-standing delays.
Grant Shapps
The Secretary of State is keen on facilitating travel through and beyond Jonathan Reynolds' constituency more efficiently. He suggests either meeting or having a Roads Minister do so for further discussion.
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