Road Works: Small Businesses
Commons · Question 92082 · Tabled 18 Nov 2025 · Department for Transport · Official record
Answered 26 Nov 2025
Question
Asked by Lisa Smart
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether her Department has made an assessment of the potential merits of introducing compensation schemes for small businesses affected by prolonged or disruptive roadworks.
Answer
Answered by Simon Lightwood, 26 Nov 2025
The Government remains committed to supporting small businesses across the country and helping them thrive. While we recognise the importance of minimising disruption, essential works do need to take place from time to time, and many businesses will ultim...