Written question asked by Elfyn Llwyd (Plaid Cymru), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 7 November 1996. It was answered by Gwilym Jones (Conservative) on Thursday, 7 November 1996 on behalf of the Welsh Office.

Welsh Office

Question: What initiatives are being pursued and how much funding is available to promote increased use of public transport. - Includes figures.

Answer: Mr. Llwyd: To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what initiatives are being pursued and how much funding is available to promote increased use of public transport; and if he will make a statement. [1866] Mr. Gwilym Jones: Local authorities have been given powers to promote public transport in their areas. Including concessionary fares schemes, this support is estimated at some £18 million in 1995-96. In addition, assistance is available to local authorities for major projects, as well as through the capital challenge scheme, the strategic development scheme and the bus priority scheme. This support includes more than £8 million over the three years from 1996-97 to improve rail links between Cardiff and the Valleys.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 1866; 284 c682W;284 c693W
Session: 1996-97
Subjects: Bus services Central government Concessions Fares Grants Local government Public transport Railways Travel Wales
Contains statistics: Yes