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Commons · Question 30363 · Tabled 10 Feb 2025 · Department for Transport · Official record

Answered 18 Feb 2025

Question

Asked by Scott Arthur

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what discussions she has had with the Chancellor of the Exchequer on the potential economic merits of investment in active travel infrastructure.

Answer

Answered by Simon Lightwood, 18 Feb 2025

The Government recognises that investment in high quality active travel infrastructure supports its economic growth, health and net zero missions by helping to revitalise high streets; enabling people to live longer, healthier lives; and helping to reduce...