HC Deb 17 October 2001 vol 372 c1252W
11. Donald Anderson

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what recent discussions he has had with the First Secretary of the National Assembly on transport in Wales. [4201]

Mr. Touhig

My right hon. Friend meets the First Secretary of the National Assembly on a regular basis to discuss wide-ranging current issues affecting Wales, including transport.

Transport generally is a matter for the National Assembly, though railways, air and ports remain, generally, the responsibility of Central Government, working closely with the Assembly on matters affecting Wales. I am keen to continue dialogue with the Assembly and Cabinet colleagues in order to determine how best to meet the transport needs of Wales.

27. Mr. Edwards

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what discussions he has had with the First Secretary of the National Assembly on transport in Wales. [4218]

Mr. Paul Murphy

I meet the First Secretary of the National Assembly on a regular basis to discuss wide-ranging current issues affecting Wales, including transport.

Transport generally is a matter for the National Assembly, though railways, air and ports remain, generally, the responsibility of Central Government, working closely with the Assembly on matters affecting Wales. I am keen to continue dialogue with the Assembly and Cabinet colleagues in order to determine how best to meet the transport needs of Wales.