§ Mr. MacShaneTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions what steps he is taking to encourage the provision of cycle lanes in(a) London and (b) other major conurbations. [39553]
§ Dr. StrangOur policy guidance and technical advice to local authorities stresses the need to develop cohesive solutions for cycle provision. Cycle lanes are one of a number of features that need to be considered. Decisions on the right blend of facilities are for local highway authorities themselves to take.
In London the Government are supporting the provision of the 2,500 km London Cycle Network (LCN). Now is its fourth year of funding, the LCN has received Transport Policies and Programme (TPP) allocations totalling £15.55 million.