Oral Question·Department for Work and Pensions
“What steps he is taking to help tackle the disproportionate impact of the cost of living crisis on people with Parkinson’s disease.”
Tabled: 17 January 2023Answered: 23 January 2023
Asked by
Peter Dowd
Labour — Bootle
Answering Minister
the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions
Answer from Hansard
Gareth Thomas
We know that rural businesses want to see more investment in bus services and better transport infrastructure. My hon. Friend will appreciate that the Chancellor announced in the Budget some £650 million-plus in funding for local transport, which is designed to support everyday journeys and improve transport connections. I am sure, too, that she will welcome the better buses Bill, which is coming in to give local authorities—
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