Oral Answers to Questions Debate

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Department: Wales Office

Oral Answers to Questions

Jo Stevens Excerpts
Wednesday 6th September 2017

(7 years, 2 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Jo Stevens Portrait Jo Stevens (Cardiff Central) (Lab)
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2. What discussions he has had with Cabinet colleagues on transport infrastructure in Wales in the last 12 months.

Alun Cairns Portrait The Secretary of State for Wales (Alun Cairns)
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I hold regular discussions with Cabinet colleagues and the Welsh Government on improving transport infrastructure in Wales. The UK Government are investing significant sums in infrastructure, delivering improved journey times for passengers on the latest trains. This will provide tangible benefits to people and businesses in south Wales and boost access to jobs and new opportunities.

Jo Stevens Portrait Jo Stevens
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Has the Secretary of State specifically discussed with his Cabinet colleagues funding for the redevelopment of Cardiff Central station in my constituency? Will there be redevelopment funding—yes or no?

Alun Cairns Portrait Alun Cairns
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I am grateful to the hon. Lady for the question. Yes, I have discussed with Cabinet colleagues the need for investment in new stations in Wales. There is the prospect of new stations, and there is the prospect of further investment. I have met Cardiff Council to talk about that. I have spoken about it to the Welsh Government. I am keen to explore the opportunities that exist there, and also the opportunity to attract private investment, so I have also spoken to the private developer around that site.