Written question asked by Norman Baker (Liberal Democrat) on Thursday, 10 March 2005, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 23 March 2005. It was answered by Lord Kirkwood of Kirkhope (Liberal Democrat) on Wednesday, 23 March 2005 on behalf of the House of Commons Commission.

House of Commons Commission

Question: To ask the honourable Member for Roxburgh and Berwickshire, representing the House of Commons Commission, what steps have been taken to encourage (a) honourable Members and (b) staff of the House to travel to the parliamentary estate other than by private motor vehicle.

Answer: Norman Baker: To ask the hon. Member for Roxburgh and Berwickshire, representing the House of Commons Commission what steps have been taken to encourage (a) hon. Members and (b) staff of the House to travel to the parliamentary estate other than by private motor vehicle. [222092] Sir Archy Kirkwood: The House of Commons Commission recognises the benefits to all those who come to the House using means other than private cars where convenient for them to do so. There are at present some 100 cycle parking spaces on the parliamentary estate and public cycle parking nearby on Millbank. In addition there are plans to reorganise parking arrangements in Star Chamber Court which will create some 15 additional cycle parking spaces. Interest free loans for annual public transport season tickets are also available for staff of the House as are bicycle loans.

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