Improving local transport links, whether that be through the upgrading of the Penistone Line or enhancing rural bus services and maintaining our road systems, is a key priority for Mark. He has also championed the cause of active travel regarding walking and cylcing routes which you can read further about here:
https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-questions/detail/2024-01-17/10292/
He regularly discusses these topics with his Ministerial colleagues, therefore it is most welcome that the Minister for Roads and Local Transport wrote to him after his recent meeting confirming the support the Government is investing for our local transport network across West Yorkshire. You can read the full letter below.
Mark has also met Lord Patrick McLoughlin, Chairman of Transport for the North, to discuss measures to improve our local transport links. They will continue to work closely together to ensure that further progress is made.