HC Deb 17 February 1994 vol 237 c994W
Mrs. Dunwoody

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport if he will make a statement on the introduction by his department of a bicycle loans scheme for the central Department.

Mr. Key

Advances of salary towards the purchase of bicycles were made available in the central department on 4 January 1994. Advances, to a maximum of £350, are available to all permanent staff with over two months' service. The bicycle must be used during the journey between home and office. Advances are also available to staff in all our agencies.