HC Deb 16 January 2001 vol 361 c181W
21. Mr. Blizzard

To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions what plans he has to ensure that passengers are consulted more widely on the development of plans for bus services. [143986]

Mr. Hill

We already urge local authorities to consult widely on their local transport plans, each of which must include a clear strategy for bus services. New powers in the Transport Act 2000 will require bus users to be similarly consulted on local schemes.