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Oral question asked in the House of Commons, by Andrew George (Liberal Democrat). It was answered by Baroness Winterton of Doncaster (Labour) on Tuesday, 3 June 2008 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


Bus Companies

Question
What recent assessment she has made of the regulatory burden on bus companies.
Answer

The Government are committed to cutting unnecessary regulatory burdens on business wherever possible, including on the bus industry. However, that must be balanced with the passenger's right to a safe and reliable service.


Secondary information

Type
Oral question
Reference
476 c629 
207976 
Session
2007-08
Oral question type
Lead
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
Subjects
Bus services Regulation
Link
View this Oral question on www.publications.parliament.uk