§ Mr. CorbynTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport what is his estimate of the number of daily cycle journeys in London for each year since 1983; what plans he has for increasing cycle routes in London; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. NorrisThe estimated number of daily cycle journeys by Londoners is shown in the table for the years for which data are available:
- 1989: 290,000
- 1990: 240,000
- 1991: 240,000
- 1992: 240,000
- 1993: 220,000
The Department is currently considering a co-ordinated did from all 33 London local authorities for funds to implement the London cycle network. A decision on this will be announced shortly.
§ Mr. CoxTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport what funding has been given during the last 12 months to London councils to encourage cycling; and if he will list the funding to each London council.
§ Mr. NorrisCapital support has been available to assist London local authorities' general transport projects, including safety schemes. For 1995–96, a London cycle network "package" bid has been received on behalf of all 33 authorities. A decision on this will be announced shortly.