Written questions

Buses: Parking

Commons · Question 1263 · Tabled 14 May 2026 · Department for Transport · Official record

Answered 22 May 2026

Question

Asked by Greg Smith

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what enforcement powers are available to her Department where a local transport authority fails to make adequate provision for coach parking, pick-up and drop-off facilities in its local transport plan.

Answer

Answered by Simon Lightwood, 22 May 2026

The Local Transport Plan guidance and “Better Connected” strategy set out what local authorities should consider in developing their Local Transport Plans.The Department will not routinely review Local Transport Plans. It is for the authorities to decide...