Written question asked by Andrew Murrison (Conservative) on Tuesday, 18 March 2003, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 24 March 2003. It was answered by David Jamieson (Labour) on Monday, 24 March 2003 on behalf of the Department for Transport.

Dept for Transport

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what research his Department is sponsoring into the role of trams in a sustainable transport policy.

Answer: Dr. Murrison: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport what research his Department is sponsoring into the role of trams in a sustainable transport policy. [104149] Mr. Jamieson: None directly. However, all local public transport schemes, including trams, proposed for Government funding are subject to comprehensive appraisal on criteria which include the likely impact of the scheme on the environment, safety, the economy, accessibility and integration. Evaluation of tram schemes is also carried out after their completion.

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