§ 1. Mr. PaiceTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions what proposals he has for the improvement of transport provision for people living in rural areas. [89475]
§ 33. Charlotte AtkinsTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions what measures have been taken to improve transport in rural areas since May 1997; and if he will make a statement on progress made. [89508]
§ Mr. PrescottThis Government have already significantly improved transport in rural areas. Over £170 million is being made available over three years for extra rural bus services and 1,500 new and enhanced services have been set up, many to local hospitals, shops and stations.