Written question asked by Lord Walney (Labour) on Wednesday, 27 October 2010, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 3 November 2010. It was answered by Norman Baker (Liberal Democrat) on Wednesday, 10 November 2010 on behalf of the Department for Transport.

Transport: Finance

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport pursuant to the oral statement of 26 October 2010, Official Report, columns 177-79, on transport (investment), what guidance he has issued to local authorities submitting revised bids on local authority major schemes in the supported pool.

Answer: [holding answer 3 November 2010]: In addition to the oral statement the Department for Transport provided Members with a document entitled 'Investment in Local Major Transport Schemes' which sets out our proposals in more detail, including the submission of revised bids. This document has been sent to local authorities with schemes involved in the process including those in the supported pool. We are already in discussion with these authorities and will provide them with further detailed guidance very shortly.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 21043; 518 c337W
Session: 2010-12
Related items: Transport (Investment)
Tuesday, 26 October 2010
Proceeding contributions
House of Commons
Subjects: Finance Transport
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