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02
Sept
York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority awarded £3.4 million in transport funding
The government has awarded £3.4 million in transport funding to York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority.
It is part of a Department for Transport allocation of £104 million to local authorities in England, announced today (September 2).
The department says the funding will be used to "drive forward schemes that boost growth and matter most to their communities".
This could include projects such as zero emission buses, improving accessibility, reducing congestion and improved street lighting and crossings for pedestrians and cyclists.
Councils will use the 'resource funding' to manage the development and delivery of capital schemes, including the costs of developing schemes and hiring and training council staff with the right skills and expertise.
York and North Yorkshire has received the third highest allocation, behind Lancashire Combined Authority (£7.5m) and Greater Lincolnshire Combined Authority (£5.5m).
David Skaith, Labour Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, said:
An accessible, affordable and reliable transport network is critical to growth in our region – connecting people to jobs, education and vital services.
After decades of neglect we won’t be able to realise our transport aspirations overnight. However, this funding is a welcome boost that will ensure we can continue laying the groundwork and bringing together the skills and expertise we need to deliver the transport improvements across York and North Yorkshire that our communities want and need to see.
Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander said:
This investment will help councils to improve transport for local people - from cleaner buses to safer cycling routes - connecting communities with jobs, education and essential services. By putting resources directly into the hands of local leaders, we're ensuring every part of the country benefits from better transport links that support economic growth and provide opportunity.
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