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To ask Her Majesty’s Government whether United Kingdom-level approval is needed for the construction of the proposed bridge between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland across the Newry River; if so, what stage has been reached in that process; and whether they have had any discussions with the Northern...
To ask Her Majesty’s Government whether United Kingdom-level approval is needed for the construction of the proposed bridge between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland across the Newry River; if so, what stage has been reached in that process; and whether they have had any discussions with the Northern...
Strategic planning, transportation strategy, ports and public transport are devolved responsibilities and no United Kingdom-level approval is needed in these areas. I am not aware of
any discussions concerning the impact of the bridge on the passage of vessels from Carlingford Lough between the Northern Ireland Executive and the Irish Government.
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport how many toll bridges do not charge motorcycles.
[128570]
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport how many toll bridges do not charge motorcycles.
[128570]
In England, the following toll bridges do not levy a charge for motorcycles using them: the Dartford Crossing, Humber Bridge, Severn Crossings, Tamar Bridge and the Tyne Tunnels.
The Department does not hold such data for tolled bridges and crossings in Wales. All toll charges on bridges in Scotland were abolished by the Scottish Parliament on 11 February 2008, under the Abolition of Bridge Tolls (Scotland) Act 2008.
To ask Her Majesty’s Government what conclusions they draw from the recent Leeds University research into the effectiveness of four artificial bat bridges constructed over roads in the north of England. [HL1698]
To ask Her Majesty’s Government what conclusions they draw from the recent Leeds University research into the effectiveness of four artificial bat bridges constructed over roads in the north of England. [HL1698]
The Highways Agency acknowledges the value of the work undertaken by Leeds University regarding bat bridges, published on an online peer-reviewed open access journal in June 2012. The Highways Agency only installs bat mitigation measures where absolutely essential. The agency will continue to keep its policy regarding bat bridges under review and is currently working with Natural England on proposals to look at the effectiveness of this and other appropriate mitigation measures.
To ask Her Majesty’s Government what was the location and cost of each of the bat bridges completed in England and Wales in the past five years; and what studies have been made of the cost-effectiveness of each bridge.[HL1699]
To ask Her Majesty’s Government what was the location and cost of each of the bat bridges completed in England and Wales in the past five years; and what studies have been made of the cost-effectiveness of each bridge.[HL1699]
The table below provides details regarding which roads the Highways Agency has provided bat mitigation on during the past five years, the number of mitigation measures applied, and the respective cost.
| Scheme | No | Total
Cost | Status |
| A38
Dobwalls Bypass | 2 | £300,000 | Constructed |
| A590 High
and Low Newton
Bypass | 1 | £84,000 | Constructed |
| A69 Haydon
Bypass | 1 | £60,000 | Constructed |
| A595
Parton to Lillyhall
Improvement | 1 | £34,000 | Constructed |
All elements of a scheme are subject to appraisal in line with published guidance and to specific value management requirements throughout the project lifecycle. A review is undertaken of the costs, benefits and other predicted impacts (including environmental) at key stages, to ensure benefits are optimised and costs challenged. Comparisons are also made with other projects so that decisions take account of the best available evidence. Consideration is also given to this at the end of projects so that lessons learnt can be applied in the future.
The Highways Agency has published a report titled A Review of Bat Mitigation in Relation to Highway Severance. The report is available on the Highways Agency website.
There is no central list of information relating to bat mitigation on local authority roads.
The Government do not hold information on the cost, location and cost-effectiveness of bat mitigation in Wales as this is a devolved matter and the responsibility of the Welsh Assembly Government.
To ask Her Majesty’s Government how many bat bridges are under construction or proposed in England and Wales; and what is the proposed location and estimated cost of each.[HL1700]
To ask Her Majesty’s Government how many bat bridges are under construction or proposed in England and Wales; and what is the proposed location and estimated cost of each.[HL1700]
The Highways Agency currently has no bat mitigation measures under construction on its projects.
There are six proposed bat mitigation measures on the Highways Agency A11 Fiveways to Thetford improvement scheme. It is proposed that these will be sited on the All between Gibsons Lodge War Memorial and Elvedon Gap. The estimated total cost for the proposals is £240,000.
There is no central list of information relating to bat mitigation on local authority roads.
The coalition Government do not hold information on the construction, cost and location of bat mitigation in Wales as this is a devolved matter and the responsibility of the Welsh Assembly Government.
To ask Her Majesty’s Government what obligations there are on the Government to construct bridges for bats over new roads where these have been recommended by Natural England; what consideration is given to the opportunity cost of each bridge in deciding whether the construction of a bridge is justified; and...
To ask Her Majesty’s Government what obligations there are on the Government to construct bridges for bats over new roads where these have been recommended by Natural England; what consideration is given to the opportunity cost of each bridge in deciding whether the construction of a bridge is justified; and...
The Highways Agency is responsible for ensuring it meets its legal obligations towards protected species.
The Highways Agency endeavours to avoid or reduce the impact on such species through effective scheme design. Where additional mitigation measures are required, the agency seeks to ensure these are directly proportionate to the importance and the scale of the potential impacts. Wire bat bridges have been constructed where a significant impact on bats is identified and other mitigation measures are not able to be implemented.
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport what recent representations she has received on river crossings in (a) London and (b) Kent.
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport what recent representations she has received on river crossings in (a) London and (b) Kent.
To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what discussions he has had with the Scottish government on spending on the Forth Replacement Crossing and its potential effect on the steel industry in the UK.
To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what discussions he has had with the Scottish government on spending on the Forth Replacement Crossing and its potential effect on the steel industry in the UK.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills what discussions have taken place between UK Trade and Investment and the Shanghai-based company, Zhenhua Heavy Industries, on the awarding of steel contracts for the Forth Replacement Crossing bridge project.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills what discussions have taken place between UK Trade and Investment and the Shanghai-based company, Zhenhua Heavy Industries, on the awarding of steel contracts for the Forth Replacement Crossing bridge project.
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs if she will estimate the carbon footprint resulting from importing steel from China for the construction of the new Forth Bridge.
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs if she will estimate the carbon footprint resulting from importing steel from China for the construction of the new Forth Bridge.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills what discussions he has had with Ministers in the Scottish Government on the effect on the steel industry of the Forth Replacement Crossing.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills what discussions he has had with Ministers in the Scottish Government on the effect on the steel industry of the Forth Replacement Crossing.
Adjournment debate on Thames River crossings.
Adjournment debate on Thames River crossings.
I am on record as describing that proposal as pie in the sky, and I have not seen anything to change that opinion. Getting back to the issue of crossings rather than airports, we clearly need more crossings east of Blackwall, and I am delighted that the Minister is not...
I am on record as describing that proposal as pie in the sky, and I have not seen anything to change that opinion. Getting back to the issue of crossings rather than airports, we clearly need more crossings east of Blackwall, and I am delighted that the Minister is not...
I do agree. That is why I am so keen to see another crossing in east London. It has always been my view that many of the journeys across the Dartford crossing take place because there is no other crossing between Blackwall and Dartford. A new crossing would alleviate some...
I do agree. That is why I am so keen to see another crossing in east London. It has always been my view that many of the journeys across the Dartford crossing take place because there is no other crossing between Blackwall and Dartford. A new crossing would alleviate some...
My apologies, Mr Deputy Speaker.
My apologies, Mr Deputy Speaker.
I am delighted to have so much available time to discuss future Thames crossings, but perhaps in deference to you, Mr Deputy Speaker, I shall not use all of it. Clearly, this is an extremely important issue for London, and for south Essex, north Kent and beyond, because the proposed...
I am delighted to have so much available time to discuss future Thames crossings, but perhaps in deference to you, Mr Deputy Speaker, I shall not use all of it. Clearly, this is an extremely important issue for London, and for south Essex, north Kent and beyond, because the proposed...
My hon. Friend knows more than most just how severe the congestion is at both Dartford and Thurrock, and she and I both welcome the fact that the Department for Transport is prioritising tackling the congestion at the Dartford-Thurrock crossing. Does she agree that Dartford and Thurrock residents have had...
My hon. Friend knows more than most just how severe the congestion is at both Dartford and Thurrock, and she and I both welcome the fact that the Department for Transport is prioritising tackling the congestion at the Dartford-Thurrock crossing. Does she agree that Dartford and Thurrock residents have had...
I am grateful for the opportunity to address that point. I have been less than compromising in my attitude towards the Thames estuary airport, but I think the hon. Gentleman's point about more crossings is that we need a much more long-term approach to our national road infrastructure. I remind...
I am grateful for the opportunity to address that point. I have been less than compromising in my attitude towards the Thames estuary airport, but I think the hon. Gentleman's point about more crossings is that we need a much more long-term approach to our national road infrastructure. I remind...
We heard yesterday very little support for the Thames estuary airport proposition, but one proposal has been floated, with very little detail to it, by Lord Foster, which would cost at least £50 billion. He is looking to include a bridge, a barrage and various other things. Can my hon....
We heard yesterday very little support for the Thames estuary airport proposition, but one proposal has been floated, with very little detail to it, by Lord Foster, which would cost at least £50 billion. He is looking to include a bridge, a barrage and various other things. Can my hon....