Investing in Britain’s Future Debate

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Department: HM Treasury

Investing in Britain’s Future

Oliver Colvile Excerpts
Thursday 27th June 2013

(11 years, 4 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Danny Alexander Portrait Danny Alexander
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In 2014-15 spending will be £358 million, rising to £370 million in 2015-16.

Oliver Colvile Portrait Oliver Colvile (Plymouth, Sutton and Devonport) (Con)
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May I give my heartfelt thanks to the Chief Secretary for mentioning the improvements to the A303 for which I have campaigned for the past 15 years? How long does he estimate that it will take for the dualling to become a reality?

Danny Alexander Portrait Danny Alexander
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The A303 is one of the most notorious transport bottlenecks in the country, and these improvements will have a major impact on the economy in the south-west of England. The Highways Agency will be developing the detailed plans, so we will need to consult on those, including, no doubt with my hon. Friend. This is part of the funding that was set out for between now and 2020 to deliver improvements on that route.