Oral Question·Department for Transport
“What plans her Department has for improving transport connectivity in Runcorn and Helsby constituency.”
Tabled: 9 July 2026Answered: 16 July 2026
Asked by
Sarah Pochin
Reform UK — Runcorn and Helsby
Answering Minister
the Secretary of State for Transport
Answer from Hansard
The Secretary of State for Wales (Jo Stevens)
Cutting waiting lists is a top priority for both this Government and the Welsh Government. Last week’s spending review provided the Welsh Government with the largest real-terms settlement since devolution, including an additional £1.7 billion for 2025-26, enabling them to spend more on public services such as the NHS. I continue to collaborate with ministerial colleagues in both Governments, with the aim of driving down waiting lists.