§ Mr. GrayTo ask the Secretary of State for Health, pursuant to the answer of 30 March 2000,Official Report, column 217W, on workplace parking, how many workplace car parking spaces are available at hospitals, clinics and other establishments controlled by (a) him and (b) health authorities and trusts. [117955]
§ Ms StuartIt is not known how many workplace parking spaces are available at National Health Service healthcare premises.
As healthcare providers, the NHS is well aware of the need to reduce transport congestion and hence pollution, and are taking steps to address their transport requirements. Transport strategies will include reducing car parking spaces by encouraging the use of alternative modes of transport whenever possible or practicable.