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Written question asked by Richard Holden (Conservative) on Friday, 27 February 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 3 March 2026. It was answered by Simon Lightwood (Labour) on Friday, 6 March 2026 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


Buses: Manufacturing Industries

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether she has had discussions with the Secretary of State for Business and Trade on formally assessing Eastern European and Asian countries as potential strategic partners for UK bus and coach manufacturing supply chains.

Answer

My officials work closely with Business and Trade officials, including through the work of the UK Bus Manufacturing Expert Panel.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
116587
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Buses Manufacturing industries Eastern Europe Asia Department for Business and Trade
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk