Mersey Tunnels Bill (By Order)

Part of the debate – in the House of Commons at 8:38 pm on 9 July 2002.

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Photo of Ben Chapman Ben Chapman Labour, Wirral South 8:38, 9 July 2002

I cannot speak for Merseytravel but, in my view, it wants to get out of tackling the issues and to transfer its burden, just as the burden is being transferred now to a readily available increase in tunnel tolls, whether or not they are justified. These increases must be justified. Those involved must demonstrate their stewardship and their prudence in financial management. It must be demonstrated that there are consultation processes and checks and balances before there are toll increases.