Transport in the South West

HC 146-I, First Report of Session 2009-10 - Volume I: Report, Together with Formal Minutes

Author:

House of Commons - South West Regional Committee

Publisher:

TSO (The Stationery Office)

'Transport in the South West (HC 146-I)' emphasises that the South West's future prosperity hinges on improving its transport infrastructure. The region needs a coherent voice when bidding for transport improvements whilst regional bodies and local authorities must do more to improve public transport, cut congestion, and boost walking and cycling.

The report points out that the region has some of the worst performing areas in the country in terms of traffic congestion, access to bus services, and the cost of rail fares. The Committee is concerned that the region has not always managed transport programmes effectively, has under-spent its budget and risks losing investment from the Department for Transport as a consequence.

The Committee received considerable evidence urging greater integration of public transport, which has been shown to be advantageous in urban areas elsewhere in the country. Evidence suggests that the creation of Integrated Transport Authorities (possible under the Local Transport Act 2000) is a positive step in this direction and the Committee urges local authorities to set up such bodies.

Extent	67 pages	ISBN	9780215544094
Size	A4	Price	£13.50
Binding	Paperback	Published	26 Feb 2010
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