Public Transport: North Shropshire
The question
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, if she will take steps with the Secretary of State for Business and Trade to make an assessment of the potential impact of rural transport connections on economic development in North Shropshire constituency.
Answered by Simon Lightwood
The government recognises the importance of accessible, frequent and affordable public transport and is working to deliver better services, grow passenger numbers, and increase opportunities for under-served regions. This is a vital part of the government’s missions to kickstart economic growth and remove barriers to opportunity.
I am committed to working closely with other government departments, including the Department for Business and Trade to ensure the government can realise its ambitious plans for local transport reform, including in North Shropshire and rural areas right across England.
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