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HANSARDA59 Kex Gill BypassThe A59 Kex Gill bypass scheme has been subject to delays and increased costs because of design changes, poor ground conditions and further landslips on the A59. The scheme is…20 Nov 2025HANSARDA59 Kex Gill BypassUnder the major road network programme, once the Department has approved a scheme and agreed its funding contribution, covering any cost increases is entirely a matter for local…20 Nov 2025HANSARDBus ServicesWe are taking ambitious steps to improve local buses, and our landmark Bus Services Act 2025 empowers local authorities to deliver better services. We are investing over £1…20 Nov 2025HANSARDBus ServicesI will indeed join my hon. Friend in condemning that. There is no representation here from that party today, but I urge the council to use the bus grant that we have given it to…20 Nov 2025HANSARDBus ServicesI agree with my hon. Friend. We are clear that everyone should have access to high-quality, accessible bus services. Responsibility for services in London sits with the mayor, and…20 Nov 2025HANSARDBus ServicesI agree with my hon. Friend that everyone should have access to reliable and frequent bus services. While it is for operators to manage their fleets, our ambitious bus reforms are…20 Nov 2025HANSARDBus ServicesThat is why we brought forward the Bus Services Act 2025, which gives local leaders the tools that they need to shape bus services around needs in their community.20 Nov 2025HANSARDBus ServicesHome-to-school transport is the responsibility of the Department for Education. However, we know how important affordable and reliable bus travel is, and we are committed to…20 Nov 2025HANSARDBus ServicesUnder the Bus Services Act, we are giving local leaders the powers that they need to take back control of their bus services, and to ensure that services truly reflect the needs…20 Nov 2025HANSARDBus Services: York OuterWe are taking ambitious steps to improve local bus services, including in York and North Yorkshire. These have included the allocation of £12.6 million of funding in 2025-26…20 Nov 2025HANSARDBus Services: York OuterIt is vital that local bus services work for local communities, and that is at the heart of the Government’s bus reforms. I encourage the local operators to consider the feedback…20 Nov 2025HANSARDPractical Driving TestsThe Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency conducted a record 1.96 million tests in 2024-25, and delivered nearly 42,000 extra tests between June and September 2025 compared with the…20 Nov 2025HANSARDPractical Driving TestsThe DVSA has introduced measures to deliver 10,000 additional tests a month by recruiting 450 new driving examiners to increase capacity, introducing incentives for everyone…20 Nov 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsI will be pleased to meet my hon. Friend. Welfare facilities for drivers are extremely important.20 Nov 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsDriving test wait times remain too high, and this Government are committed to getting them down. Last week, the Secretary of State announced further actions to do so, including…20 Nov 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsI am enjoying the tour of village halls this morning. Level crossings can be a significant safety risk. Network Rail, the owner of that level crossing, has legal responsibility to…20 Nov 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsIt is my pleasure to wish my hon. Friend a very merry Christmas. I am pleased to hear about that. We have confirmed £1 billion of funding for buses to support and improve services…20 Nov 2025HANSARDTopical QuestionsAs my hon. Friend is aware, we have been working closely with operators and manufacturers as part of our bus manufacturing expert panel. We will publish that pipeline of orders in…20 Nov 2025HANSARD Northwich Railway Station: AccessibilityWe have seen some great examples across the country of where local stations have managed to attract third-party funding. What I am able to do is volunteer the time of the Rail…19 Nov 2025HANSARD Northwich Railway Station: AccessibilityIt is a privilege to respond to this important debate on accessibility at Northwich station. It is an issue that clearly has a massive impact on the Northwich community and the…19 Nov 2025