Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Lilian Greenwood and Bob Blackman

Thursday 8th January 2026 Commons Chamber

[Lilian Greenwood]

I am very glad that the hon. Member was able to meet the Under-Secretary of State for Transport, my hon. Friend the Member for Wakefield and Rothwell (Simon Lightwood), in October to discuss the tolls on the Mersey Gateway crossing. As she will know, the charges are the responsibility of Halton borough council, and thanks to additional funding provided by our Department, residents of Halton, for an annual fee of £12, can make 900 free crossings a year. Any changes to the toll arrangements are a matter for the local council.

[Bob Blackman (Harrow East) (Con)]

18. What recent discussions she has had with the Mayor of London on the extension of the management of commuter services by Transport for London.