House of Commons Commission written question – answered at on 21 July 2009.
Gwyn Prosser
Labour, Dover
To ask the hon. Member for North Devon, representing the House of Commons Commission with reference to the answer of 5 November 2008, Official Report, column 475W, on cycling, when he expects to announce the decision on the implementation of a cycle to work scheme for staff of the House; and if he will make a statement.
Nick Harvey
Shadow Secretary of State for Defence
The House Service has investigated the possible implementation of a cycle to work scheme, taking into account the experiences of other public sector organisations which had implemented a scheme. The conclusion was that the House Service should not implement a scheme. This was based on the low take-up rates found elsewhere, and the unrecoverable overhead costs. The House Service will continue to encourage cycling through the bicycle loan scheme and facilities for cyclists, including bicycle racks and showers.
Yes1 person thinks so
No2 people think not
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