TYNE AND WEAR PASSENGER TRANSPORT AUTHORITY

Early day motion 2896, tabled 31 October 2006 by David Clelland (Labour). Signed by 22 members.

That this House expresses grave concern that the financial position of the Tyne and Wear Passenger Transport Authority is yet again under threat as a result of the introduction of free bus fares for people over the age of 60 years; and calls upon representatives of the Government urgently to meet Tyne and Wear hon. Members in order to pursue a solution to the financial difficulties of the authority brought about by Government policy.

Signatures by party: Labour 20, Liberal Democrat 2.