Written question asked by Simon Lightwood (Labour) on Monday, 23 October 2023, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 25 October 2023. It was answered by Huw Merriman (Conservative) on Thursday, 26 October 2023 on behalf of the Department for Transport.
Rapid Transit Systems: Leeds
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what recent discussions he has had with (a) local authority leaders and (b) the Mayor of West Yorkshire on the Network North plans for the Leeds mass transit system to provide better connections to Wakefield.
- Answer
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Since publication of the Network North paper, DfT ministers have spoken to a range of local MPs and local leaders, including the Mayor of West Yorkshire. This includes during a visit by the Secretary of State and Rail Minister to Bradford on 5th October. We will continue to engage closely with partners and local leaders as delivery plans are defined to ensure that projects deliver the services that people need and want.
Secondary information
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- 203989
- Session
- 2022-23
- Subjects
- Leeds Local government Rapid transit systems Wakefield Mayor of West Yorkshire
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