Oral Answers to Questions Debate

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Department: Department for Transport

Oral Answers to Questions

Martin Vickers Excerpts
Thursday 13th July 2017

(7 years, 4 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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John Hayes Portrait Mr Hayes
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The rail Minister has made it a priority, and when he makes things a priority, they get done.

Martin Vickers Portrait Martin Vickers (Cleethorpes) (Con)
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The Minister spoke about places in the sun a minute ago, and I am sure he was thinking of Cleethorpes. As he knows from his recent visit to my constituency, one of the urgent priorities is the resurfacing of the A180 to remove the concrete surfaces. Does the Department have any plans that will help that project? As he was unable to answer Question 3, perhaps he could develop the role of apprentices in major schemes.

John Hayes Portrait Mr Hayes
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I am always willing to do that, as you know, Mr Speaker.

I was pleased to visit the Cleethorpes constituency to unveil the new road we built as part of our road investment strategy. My hon. Friend is right, however, that there is a challenge associated with the nearby road surface. I considered that at the time, and the Secretary of State has asked us to look at these things in greater detail. I can assure my hon. Friend that ensuring roads are fit for purpose, as well as investing in new roads, is at the heart of all we do.