HC Deb 26 July 1983 vol 46 cc399-400W
Mr. Stuart Holland

asked the Secretary of State for Transport how many local authorities devote 1 per cent. of their highway construction budget to building cycle facilities.

Mrs. Chalker

Comprehensive records are not maintained centrally of local authority expenditure on cycling facilities. Local authorities have been asked this year to identify proposals separately in their transport policies and programmes, and not to include them as unidentified "minor capital schemes" as many have done in the past.

Mr. Stuart Holland

asked the Secretary of State for Transport if he will provide funds to local authorities to allow them to spend 1 per cent. of their highway construction budget on cycle facilities.

Mrs. Chalker

It is for local authorities to decide what provision to include in their annual transport policies and programme submissions. Any proposals for cycling facilities will be given careful consideration.

Mr. Stuart Holland

asked the Secretary of State for Transport if he will promulgate security standards for bicycle parking facilities, including single point holders and cycle locks, in order to reduce cycle theft.

Mrs. Chalker

No. Security provision is a matter for local decision.