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HANSARDPavement ParkingThe previous Government consulted on pavement parking rules back in 2020 but failed to take any action. We have had to pick up the issue from scratch since we came into office…11 Sept 2025HANSARDPavement ParkingWe of course continue to engage actively with local authorities in the development of this policy. Local authorities already have the power to restrict pavement parking wherever…11 Sept 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsThis Government committed in our manifesto to tackle the high cost of motor insurance, and I am pleased to see recent data suggesting that average premiums are falling. The…11 Sept 2025HANSARDMicromobility VehiclesShared e-scooter schemes can provide a great way to get around, but the scooters can pose a nuisance for other people, so we need to ensure that their roll-out is both safe and…11 Sept 2025HANSARDMicromobility VehiclesI share my hon. Friend’s view that the term “invalid carriages” in the existing legislation is outdated and no longer reflects modern attitudes or needs. This Government are…11 Sept 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsI know that my hon. Friend has raised this issue time and again with East Sussex county council. The delay to the Queensway Gateway project has wreaked havoc for her constituents.…11 Sept 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsI sympathise with those suffering in congestion at junction 40 of the M6, which I am told is due to various issues. I know my hon. Friend and my hon. Friend the Member for…11 Sept 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsAs I mentioned earlier, the Government are determined to bring, and have every intention of bringing, about legislation on e-scooters. All that will be taken into account in the…11 Sept 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsI will meet the hon. Member.11 Sept 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsResponsibility for local transport is devolved to local authorities, which are responsible for the operation of their networks, including the extension of busways. The Government…11 Sept 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsI would be happy to meet the hon. Gentleman.11 Sept 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsMy hon. Friend is completely right, and I thank the Transport Committee for raising that important point. I have commissioned officials to consider how we can support and promote…11 Sept 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsI agree wholeheartedly. It is really important that local people are engaged when designing a network and making changes to it.11 Sept 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsI would be delighted.11 Sept 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsI know my hon. Friend is a very active campaigner in this area. I would be delighted to meet him to discuss what further pressure we can apply to ensure this project is delivered.11 Sept 2025HANSARDRegional Transport InequalityAs I just mentioned, we have committed £2 billion to helping those outside city areas and last week committed £104 million for resource funding across the country outside city…11 Sept 2025HANSARDRegional Transport InequalityI am going to make progress. We are also delivering new train stations in the south-west and in Yorkshire, creating brand new rail links across the midlands, and backing road…11 Sept 2025HANSARDRegional Transport InequalityI welcome today’s debate on regional transport inequality, and I thank my hon. Friend the Member for Derby North (Catherine Atkinson) for securing this time. I have 10 minutes to…11 Sept 2025HANSARDRegional Transport InequalityNo—I have a lot to get through. I welcome the many contributions from across the House on issues with bus services in Members’ constituencies. The Government know how important…11 Sept 2025HANSARDRegional Transport InequalityI will bring my remarks to a close because Madam Deputy Speaker is growing impatient. I am here today not just as the Minister for Local Transport, but as someone who knows what…11 Sept 2025