§ Sir George YoungTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions if he will make a statement on the regulation of bus services(a) inside and (b) outside London. [1504]
§ Ms Glenda JacksonThe Government is committed to the proper regulation of bus services at the local level, with partnerships between local councils and bus operators an essential component, as part of the development of a balanced transport system. I am66W examining how best to implement that commitment, recognising that circumstances in London differ from the rest of the country.