Oral QuestionMinistry of Defence

“If he will make a statement on his departmental responsibilities.”

Tabled: 6 December 2022Answered: 12 December 2022

Answering Minister

the Secretary of State for Defence

Answer from Hansard

The Prime Minister

Both my hon. Friend and the North East Mayor are dedicated campaigners on this issue. The Conservative party left us with a host of unfunded promises, and public transport is in dire condition. Expanding the Metro network has huge potential to drive growth and unlock new housing. I am pleased that progress is being made on the business case.