The LGA responds to the £4.7 billion Local Transport Fund
Responding to the announcement of £4.7 billion reallocated from HS2 for councils in the Midlands and north to spend on transport projects, Cllr Darren Rodwell, transport spokesperson for the Local Government Association said:
“This funding will help local leaders improve connectivity in more parts of the country.
“Long-term, consistent funding for all councils would provide certainty for them to properly plan ahead on strategic transport projects, while investing in local skills and boosting their workforce.
“Councils know their areas best and play a vital role in integrating transport, housing, economic development and other services to maximise improvement and value for money.
“While MPs rightly represent local people in parliament, councils need to be given the freedom and flexibility to make the long-term, strategic decisions locally which best benefit residents and communities.”