House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Transport Update
15 January 2020 · Department for Transport
Proposed by Grant Shapps Con Welwyn Hatfield
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At a glance
Key points
- Government announces a review of regional connectivity in the UK led by the Department for Transport
- The Treasury will review Air Passenger Duty to support regional connectivity
- The review will involve collaboration with the aviation industry, local regions, and devolved nations
Issue summary
The statement addresses the government's efforts to support regional connectivity in the UK through additional measures and reviews, with a focus on Flybe's role and challenges.
Action requested
The Government has announced a review of regional connectivity led by DfT, which will work closely with the aviation industry, local regions, and devolved nations. The Treasury will also review Air Passenger Duty to support regional connectivity while meeting climate change commitments.
Key facts
- Flybe is Europe’s largest regional airline.
- The Government aims to level up all regions of the UK through improved connectivity.
- A DfT-led review of regional connectivity will explore all options for supporting domestic transport connections.
- Treasury will review Air Passenger Duty ahead of the March Budget.
- Discussions with Flybe were initiated on 11 January and led to actions taken by management and shareholders on 14 January.