Oral QuestionDepartment for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities

If he will make a statement on his departmental responsibilities.

Tabled: 16 January 2024Answered: 22 January 2024

Asked by

Mr Alistair Carmichael

Liberal DemocratOrkney and Shetland

Answering Minister

the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities

Answer from Hansard

The Prime Minister

My hon. Friend is a champion for the north-west, and the Budget secured investment for vital transport projects to transform connectivity across the north of England and drive economic growth. That includes completing the Wigan to Bolton electrification —a really important moment on Northern Powerhouse Rail. Over £5 billion has been allocated to support everyday journeys for working people. By restoring economic stability and increasing investment, we are taking our country forward.