Clive Betts MP: written questions

Written questions

• Rapid Transit SystemsDepartment for TransportTabled 30 Jul 2024AnsweredUIN 2238More

  Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, with reference to the tram train pilot between Sheffield and Rotherham, how many similar schemes (a) have been developed, (b) are under construction and (c) are being planned.

  Answer: There are currently no other tram-train examples in England. The Department is currently working with Greater Manchester Combined Authority as they develop their business case for their “Pathfinder” project in the North East Quadrant of Greater Manchester...

  Answered 3 Sept 2024

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• Council Housing: ConstructionMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 30 Jul 2024AnsweredUIN 2237More

  Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, if she will make an assessment of the potential merits of requiring local authorities in their local plans to (a) allocate sites for (i) social housing and (ii) housing for elder

  Answer: The National Planning Policy Framework outlines that it is for local authorities to assess the size, types and tenure of housing needed for different groups in the community, including those who require affordable housing, people with disabilities, older ...

  Answered 3 Sept 2024

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• Second Homes: Council TaxMinistry of Housing, Communities and Local GovernmentTabled 30 Jul 2024AnsweredUIN 2236More

  Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether she has made an assessment of the potential merits of preventing second home owners who become subject to a higher council tax charge from switching their home to a busin

  Answer: From April 2025 councils have discretionary powers to charge a council tax premium of up to 100% on second homes. Properties available for commercial short-term letting may be eligible for business rates where they have been available to let for at least ...

  Answered 3 Sept 2024

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• Midland Main Line: ElectrificationDepartment for TransportTabled 24 Jul 2024AnsweredUIN 1465More

  Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, if she will hold discussions with the metro mayors on the potential merits of electrifying the Midland Mainline.

  Answer: The Secretary of State is committed to working closely with metro mayors, and understands the important relationship between them and the Department. This commitment to collaboration includes on projects such as Midland Main Line electrification. Discussi...

  Answered 29 Jul 2024

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• Midland Main Line: Rolling StockDepartment for TransportTabled 24 Jul 2024AnsweredUIN 1464More

  Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what her planned timetable is for introducing new trains on the Midland Mainline between Sheffield and London.

  Answer: Under East Midlands Railway’s plan, the new Class 810 ‘Aurora’ Bi-mode trains will commence passenger service operation during 2025, with phased introduction continuing into 2026.

  Answered 29 Jul 2024

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