Debate Excerpts: Wendy Chamberlain vs Paul Kohler Debate: -

Stations: Step-free Access

Debate between Wendy Chamberlain and Paul Kohler

Tuesday 18th March 2025

(2 weeks, 2 days ago)

Westminster Hall

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Mr Kohler

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Yes, indeed. Access for All stalled under the previous Government and we must give it new impetus. The hon. Member is absolutely correct.

Wendy Chamberlain (North East Fife) (LD)

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I thank my hon. Friend for giving way and setting out the challenges. One of the challenges for me as a Scottish MP is the fact that the Scottish Government are responsible for nominating stations for Access for All, but it is a UK Government fund. My own station of Leuchars for St Andrews is a huge challenge because of the vast numbers of people who come to visit St Andrews. I understand the Leader of the House said that the Minister was considering the future of the Access for All fund. Does ,y hon. Friend agree that what we are hoping to hear this morning is a commitment to that fund?

Mr Kohler

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I entirely agree with my hon. Friend. We absolutely need a commitment from the Government. That is what we are looking for today. Now where was I up to?