Oral questions

What steps his Department is taking to prepare for the safe reopening of international travel as covid-19 lockdown restrictions are eased.

What steps his Department is taking to improve transport connections in rural areas.

What recent discussions he has had with representatives of Network Rail on (a) future staff levels, (b) working arrangements and (c) employment conditions.

What steps he has taken to support motorcycle and moped training centres (a) during and (b) between covid-19 lockdowns.

What steps his Department is taking to improve the condition of England’s roads.

What steps his Department is taking to encourage the uptake of cycling and walking.

What steps he is taking to increase passenger numbers on the rail network.

What discussions he has had with the (a) Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs and (b) devolved Administrations on the Global Travel Taskforce and restarting cruises as covid-19 restrictions are eased.

What discussions he has had with the Scottish Government on increasing bus services in the Highlands to help achieve the UK's net zero target.

What steps his Department is taking to improve transport connections in rural areas.

If he will meet the hon. Members of the all-party Parliamentary group for left behind neighbourhoods to discuss the recommendations in that group's recent report on public transport provision for people living in those neighbourhoods.

What steps his Department is taking to improve access to airports in the north of England.