HC Deb 18 February 1997 vol 290 c487W
Mr. David Atkinson

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport if he will make a statement on the effect of his Department's policies on the residents of Bournemouth since 1992, with special references to the effects of changes in the resources provided in real terms. [14948]

Mr. Watts

Since 1994–95, my Department has provided more than £2 million of funding for the Bournemouth and Poole transport packages, which consist of junction improvements, park and ride, road safety schemes, and improved cycling and walking facilities. In 1997–98, Bournemouth will receive £200,000 for its share of the package funding. As from 1 April when Bournemouth becomes a unitary authority, total Department of Transport funding for 1997–98 will be £564,000.