Local Transport Infrastructure

Part of Treasury – in the House of Commons at on 24 March 2020.

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Photo of Rishi Sunak Rishi Sunak The Chancellor of the Exchequer

The hon. Member is absolutely right: we must ensure the safety of our workers in their industries. The guidance from the Government last night was clear that people should go to work if they cannot work from home. In common with other countries such as Italy or France, construction has remained open, but of course it is right that that is done safely. I know that my right hon. Friend the Housing Secretary is in touch with the sector and I believe that he has had conversations about guidance in this regard.