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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Transport Infrastructure

30 July 2024 · Department for Transport

Proposed by Louise Haigh Lab Sheffield Heeley

Transport

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Minister is addressing the challenge of delivering transport infrastructure within financial constraints.
  • An internal review of the DfT's capital spend portfolio is being commissioned.
  • External expertise will be engaged to develop a new long-term strategy for efficient delivery.

Issue summary

The statement addresses the challenge of delivering promised transport infrastructure in light of significant financial constraints.

Action requested

The Minister is commissioning an internal review of DfT’s capital spend portfolio with external expertise to develop a new long-term strategy for efficient and timely delivery of transport infrastructure.

Key facts

  • The previous administration left a £22 billion public spending gap this year, including £2.9bn in unfunded transport commitments.
  • An internal review of DfT’s capital spend portfolio is being commissioned with external expertise.
  • The review will support the development of a new long-term strategy for a modern and integrated transport network.
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