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1610521

registered interest
date	14/04/2023
answering body	Department for Transport
answering dept id	27
answering dept short name	Transport
answering dept sort name	Transport
hansard heading	Roads: Litter
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what criteria his Department uses to classify a trunk road as special for the purposes of holding responsibilities to keep the highway clear of litter under Section 89 of the Environmental Protection Act 1990; and whether he plans to designate any trunk roads as special for the purposes of holding responsibilities to keep the highway clear of litter under Section 89 of the Environmental Protection Act 1990.
tabling member constituency	Witham
tabling member printed	Priti Patel
uin	180654
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 24/04/2023 answer text <p>A trunk road is classified as special if are restrictions on the types of vehicles which can use them, for example a Motorway. The Government has no plans to alter this definition.</p><p> </p><p>Under Section 86 of the Environmental Protection Act (1990) any transfer of litter clearance responsibility would need to be requested by National Highways after consultations with relevant Local Authorities. It is important to take a proportionate, evidence-based approach which recognises the pressures on Local Authority resources and costs associated with roadside litter clearance. The Government expects National Highways to work collaboratively with Local Authorities to solve local issues and keep roadsides clear of litter and refuse as far as is practicable.</p> answering member constituency North West Durham answering member printed Mr Richard Holden question first answered 24/04/2023 10:21:16 answering member 4813 label Biography information for Mr Richard Holden
tabling member	4066 label Biography information for Priti Patel

1610522

registered interest
date	14/04/2023
answering body	Department for Transport
answering dept id	27
answering dept short name	Transport
answering dept sort name	Transport
hansard heading	Roads: Litter
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment he has made of the effectiveness of local authorities in discharging their responsibilities under Section 89 of the Environmental Protection Act 1990 to keep trunk roads clear of litter.
tabling member constituency	Witham
tabling member printed	Priti Patel
uin	180655
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 24/04/2023 answer text <p>The Department recognises the importance of addressing the issue of litter on trunk roads, as per the responsibilities laid out in Section 89 of the Environmental Protection Act 1990. We work closely with local authorities to resolve local issues as far as is practicable and support them in fulfilling their obligations under the law. This includes regular inspections and audits, as well as feedback from the public and other stakeholders. If any issues are identified, we work with the local authorities to address them, which may involve providing additional resources or training.</p><p> </p><p>The Department takes the issue of litter on trunk roads very seriously. We are committed to working with local authorities to keep our roads free of litter and refuse, creating a cleaner and safer environment for all. Together, we can make significant progress in addressing this issue and creating a better future for our communities.</p> answering member constituency North West Durham answering member printed Mr Richard Holden grouped question UIN 180657 180658 180660 question first answered 24/04/2023 10:24:15 answering member 4813 label Biography information for Mr Richard Holden
tabling member	4066 label Biography information for Priti Patel

1610524

registered interest
date	14/04/2023
answering body	Department for Transport
answering dept id	27
answering dept short name	Transport
answering dept sort name	Transport
hansard heading	Roads: Litter
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what guidance his Department has issued to National Highways to support local authorities in clearing trunk roads of litter.
tabling member constituency	Witham
tabling member printed	Priti Patel
uin	180657
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 24/04/2023 answer text <p>The Department recognises the importance of addressing the issue of litter on trunk roads, as per the responsibilities laid out in Section 89 of the Environmental Protection Act 1990. We work closely with local authorities to resolve local issues as far as is practicable and support them in fulfilling their obligations under the law. This includes regular inspections and audits, as well as feedback from the public and other stakeholders. If any issues are identified, we work with the local authorities to address them, which may involve providing additional resources or training.</p><p> </p><p>The Department takes the issue of litter on trunk roads very seriously. We are committed to working with local authorities to keep our roads free of litter and refuse, creating a cleaner and safer environment for all. Together, we can make significant progress in addressing this issue and creating a better future for our communities.</p> answering member constituency North West Durham answering member printed Mr Richard Holden grouped question UIN 180655 180658 180660 question first answered 24/04/2023 10:24:15 answering member 4813 label Biography information for Mr Richard Holden
tabling member	4066 label Biography information for Priti Patel

1610525

registered interest
date	14/04/2023
answering body	Department for Transport
answering dept id	27
answering dept short name	Transport
answering dept sort name	Transport
hansard heading	Roads: Litter
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what his policy is on the frequency with which trunk roads should be cleared of litter.
tabling member constituency	Witham
tabling member printed	Priti Patel
uin	180658
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 24/04/2023 answer text <p>The Department recognises the importance of addressing the issue of litter on trunk roads, as per the responsibilities laid out in Section 89 of the Environmental Protection Act 1990. We work closely with local authorities to resolve local issues as far as is practicable and support them in fulfilling their obligations under the law. This includes regular inspections and audits, as well as feedback from the public and other stakeholders. If any issues are identified, we work with the local authorities to address them, which may involve providing additional resources or training.</p><p> </p><p>The Department takes the issue of litter on trunk roads very seriously. We are committed to working with local authorities to keep our roads free of litter and refuse, creating a cleaner and safer environment for all. Together, we can make significant progress in addressing this issue and creating a better future for our communities.</p> answering member constituency North West Durham answering member printed Mr Richard Holden grouped question UIN 180655 180657 180660 question first answered 24/04/2023 10:24:15 answering member 4813 label Biography information for Mr Richard Holden
tabling member	4066 label Biography information for Priti Patel

1610527

registered interest
date	14/04/2023
answering body	Department for Transport
answering dept id	27
answering dept short name	Transport
answering dept sort name	Transport
hansard heading	Roads: Litter
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what steps his Department is taking to help improve the collection of litter from trunk roads.
tabling member constituency	Witham
tabling member printed	Priti Patel
uin	180660
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 24/04/2023 answer text <p>The Department recognises the importance of addressing the issue of litter on trunk roads, as per the responsibilities laid out in Section 89 of the Environmental Protection Act 1990. We work closely with local authorities to resolve local issues as far as is practicable and support them in fulfilling their obligations under the law. This includes regular inspections and audits, as well as feedback from the public and other stakeholders. If any issues are identified, we work with the local authorities to address them, which may involve providing additional resources or training.</p><p> </p><p>The Department takes the issue of litter on trunk roads very seriously. We are committed to working with local authorities to keep our roads free of litter and refuse, creating a cleaner and safer environment for all. Together, we can make significant progress in addressing this issue and creating a better future for our communities.</p> answering member constituency North West Durham answering member printed Mr Richard Holden grouped question UIN 180655 180657 180658 question first answered 24/04/2023 10:24:15 answering member 4813 label Biography information for Mr Richard Holden
tabling member	4066 label Biography information for Priti Patel

1582732

registered interest
date	01/02/2023
answering body	Department for Transport
answering dept id	27
answering dept short name	Transport
answering dept sort name	Transport
hansard heading	Low Emission Zones: Greater London
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether he has made an assessment of the potential impact of the proposed expansion of the Ultra-Low Emission Zone in London on (a) freight and logistics businesses based outside of London, (b) businesses based outside of London and (c) commuters based outside of London who drive into London.
tabling member constituency	Witham
tabling member printed	Priti Patel
uin	137778
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 09/02/2023 answer text <p>Transport in London is devolved to the Mayor of London and this includes decisions on road schemes which charge users including the Ultra-Low EmissionZone(ULEZ). <br> <br> It is for the Mayor to determine the impact on all people and firms that do business in the capital, wherever they are based. This includes the impact on freight and logistics businesses, other businesses, and commuters who need to drive into Greater London as part of his impact assessment on the expansion</p><p><br> ULEZ expansion was not the Government’s decision and the Mayor had no legal obligation to consult local or central Government. <br> <br> As a scheme that applies in London, this is the Mayor’s decision, and he is accountable for the impact of it. <br> <br> The Government have been clear that grant funding, via the longer-term funding settlement, cannot be used to cover the estimated £250 million cost of implementation. <br> <br> The Mayor and TfL must cover the cost of his scheme through alternative sources available to them if they wish to proceed with imposing the ULEZ charge.</p> answering member constituency North West Durham answering member printed Mr Richard Holden question first answered 09/02/2023 17:17:03 answering member 4813 label Biography information for Mr Richard Holden
tabling member	4066 label Biography information for Priti Patel

1539195

registered interest
date	03/11/2022
answering body	Department for Transport
answering dept id	27
answering dept short name	Transport
answering dept sort name	Transport
hansard heading	Roads: Capital Investment
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, when he plans to announce the schemes to be funded as part of the Third Road Investment Strategy.
tabling member constituency	Witham
tabling member printed	Priti Patel
uin	78702
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 09/11/2022 answer text <p>Schemes to be taken forward as part of the third Road Investment Strategy (2025-2030) are expected to be announced in 2024.</p> answering member constituency North West Durham answering member printed Mr Richard Holden question first answered 09/11/2022 11:28:29 answering member 4813 label Biography information for Mr Richard Holden
tabling member	4066 label Biography information for Priti Patel

1539196

registered interest
date	03/11/2022
answering body	Department for Transport
answering dept id	27
answering dept short name	Transport
answering dept sort name	Transport
hansard heading	Marks Tey Station: Access
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, if he will include funding to make Marks Tey railway station step free and accessible in the next round of Access for All funding.
tabling member constituency	Witham
tabling member printed	Priti Patel
uin	78703
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 08/11/2022 answer text <p>We are currently assessing nominations for the next round of Access for All, including Marks Tey station. I expect to make an announcement regarding successful schemes in 2023.</p> answering member constituency Bexhill and Battle answering member printed Huw Merriman question first answered 08/11/2022 11:22:36 answering member 4442 label Biography information for Huw Merriman
tabling member	4066 label Biography information for Priti Patel

1539197

registered interest
date	03/11/2022
answering body	Department for Transport
answering dept id	27
answering dept short name	Transport
answering dept sort name	Transport
hansard heading	A12
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether he has made an assessment of the potential impact of current proposals for Junction 24 of the A12 Widening Scheme on traffic in Inworth.
tabling member constituency	Witham
tabling member printed	Priti Patel
uin	78704
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 09/11/2022 answer text <p>National Highways submitted its application for development consent to the Planning Inspectorate in August 2022 and the application has been published on the Inspectorate’s website:</p><p><a href="https://infrastructure.planninginspectorate.gov.uk/projects/eastern/a12On%2012-chelmsford-to-a120-widening-scheme/" target="_blank">https://infrastructure.planninginspectorate.gov.uk/projects/eastern/a12On 12-chelmsford-to-a120-widening-scheme/</a>.</p><p> </p><p>National Highways has assessed the potential impact of the current proposal for Junction 24 of the A12 Widening Scheme on traffic in Inworth. This is set out in the Environmental Statement, Appendix 3.3, Junction 24, Inworth Road and Community Bypass Technical Report on the Inspectorate’s website.</p><p> </p><p>An independent examining authority will carry out an examination of the proposal, including public hearings, and in due course will make a recommendation on whether to grant development consent order. It would not be appropriate to comment further while this application is under consideration.</p> answering member constituency North West Durham answering member printed Mr Richard Holden question first answered 09/11/2022 12:04:15 answering member 4813 label Biography information for Mr Richard Holden
tabling member	4066 label Biography information for Priti Patel

1539198

registered interest
date	03/11/2022
answering body	Department for Transport
answering dept id	27
answering dept short name	Transport
answering dept sort name	Transport
hansard heading	Witham Station: Repairs and Maintenance
house id	1
legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
question text	To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, when Witham railway station will be upgraded.
tabling member constituency	Witham
tabling member printed	Priti Patel
uin	78705
answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 08/11/2022 answer text <p>No date has been set for the upgrade of Witham station. Greater Anglia, the operator of the station, continues to explore opportunities to progress with the redevelopment, which is subject to wider affordability constraints.</p> answering member constituency Bexhill and Battle answering member printed Huw Merriman question first answered 08/11/2022 11:21:00 answering member 4442 label Biography information for Huw Merriman
tabling member	4066 label Biography information for Priti Patel