Written Question·Department for Transport·UIN 82293

Bus Services: Westmorland and Furness

Tabled: 15 October 2025

Answered: 24 October 2025

Question

Tim Farron

Liberal Democrat — Westmorland and Lonsdale

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment she has made of the potential merits of allocating funding to Westmorland and Furness Council for buses in rural areas for funding periods of more than 12 months.

Answer

Simon Lightwood

The Government knows how important, reliable bus services are enabling people to access education, work and vital services, and we are committed to delivering better bus services, including in Cumbria and rural areas right across the country. The Governme...

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