Thursday, 17 November 2016
Second Reading opposed and deferred until Thursday 24 November ( Standing Order No. 20).
The Secretary of State was asked—
What steps his Department is taking to prevent the rent of high-performance sports cars by dangerous drivers.
Whether he has had discussions with the Attorney General on investigations into car manufacturers and emissions irregularities.
When he plans to announce the next tranche of railway stations to be provided with disabled access to all platforms; and if he will make a statement.
What steps his Department is taking to invest in the railways in the south- west.
What steps he is taking to improve transport infrastructure in the north of England.
What steps are being taken to improve compensation for rail passengers who experience delays.
What his policy is on improving rail infrastructure in Sussex.
If he will ensure that trains on the proposed High Speed 3 route stop at Bradford.
What estimate he has made of the level of overcrowding on the Caldervale line between Leeds and Manchester.
What recent discussions he has had with Leeds City Council on the provision of a light rail scheme for that city.
What discussions he has had with officials of Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs on enforcement of the national minimum wage for seafarers employed in the North sea.
What steps the Government are taking to ensure that air connectivity between Northern Ireland and London is improved by the proposed expansion of Heathrow airport.
What assessment he has made of the level of availability of charge points for electric vehicles.
What assessment he has made of the potential effect of the UK leaving the EU on the protection of passenger rights in the UK.
If he will make a statement on his departmental responsibilities.
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Motion made, and Question proposed, That this House do now adjourn.—(Mark Spencer.)
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