§ Mr. VazTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport what representations he has received from cycling organisations in England and Wales regarding(a) full provision for cyclists in new road schemes, (b) increases in local authorities' cycle budgets, (c) promotion of traffic-calming measures and (d) special funding for British Rail for cycle provision on trains; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. AtkinsThe Cyclists' Touring Club wrote in July proposing a series of measures including the four included in the question. I have replied pointing out that cycling does not need to be stimulated by public funding. Interest in cycling is high. Sales of new machines have been buoyant. Unfortunately cycling is one of the least safe means of transport, so the emphasis of the Government's work must be on making it safer. Cycle provision on trains is a matter for British Rail.