§ Mr. Wyn Robertsasked the Secretary of State for Transport what are the current levels of subsidy by county to omnibus services in Wales and the annual rate of growth since 1970.
§ Mr. Barry JonesI have been asked to reply. Revenue support of bus services is a matter for the local authorities concerned. Prior to 31st March 1974 county and district councils were empowered to give grant assistance to rural services under Section 34 of the Transport Act 1968. Since then, the new county councils have been able to support any services provided in pursuance of county transport policy.