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Written question asked by Derek Twigg (Labour) on Wednesday, 23 March 2016, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 11 April 2016 (named day). It was answered by Robert Goodwill (Conservative) on Monday, 11 April 2016 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


Mersey Gateway Bridge: Tolls

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, with reference to his visit to the Mersey Gateway on 23 April 2015, what progress has been made on ensuring support will be provided to small businesses in Runcorn and Widnes when that bridge opens in 2017 related to the cost of tolls crossing the Mersey Gateway.

Answer

Residents of Halton will already be able to use the bridges for free following previous Government decisions to fund an extension to the original, limited, resident’s discount scheme proposed by Halton Borough Council. Heavy goods vehicles and coaches will pay the same wherever they are geographically based which will ensure a level playing field for businesses across the North West.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
32463
Session
2015-16
Related items
Bridges: Halton
Monday, 25 April 2016
Written questions
House of Commons
Transferred
Yes
Subjects
Small businesses Tolls Mersey Gateway bridge Runcorn Widnes
Link
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