Unlock North East’s potential through Green Book Review
Cramlington and Killingworth MP, Emma Foody, today (2nd of April) supported a review of how infrastructure funding is assessed during a debate in Parliament.
The Westminster Hall Debate on the Green Book saw MPs from across the North calling for the Government’s review to power up investment in their communities, with the Green Book often been criticised for favouring projects that return the largest economic impact, typically found in London in the South East.
Speaking about the debate, the Cramlington and Killingworth MP said, “The Green Book review is a fantastic opportunity to show the country that this Government is all about Change.”
“Under the Conservatives we saw fourteen years of empty and then broken promises to the North East.”
“That is why I welcome this Government’s commitment to responsible, properly funded investment. I am pleased to see the Department for Transport continue to assess critical projects like the Moor Farm Roundabout and the A19 junctions north of Newcastle. As the only North East project in the RIS3 Pipeline’s delivery plan, it has the potential to unlock enormous growth for the North of Tyne area.”
“Improvements in the road network are crucial in unlocking growth in South East of Northumberland. If we are to meet our ambitions for growth and development, upgrades in these roundabouts are critical.”
“The North East deserves its fair share, and with the right investment, it can drive growth not just for our region but for the whole country”
Following the debate, Emma Foody MP said:
“For too long decisions on infrastructure have favoured London and the South East, with the Green Book embedding this inequality.
“This government is committed to changing that and delivering for regions like the North East.
“I want to see the review allow for investment in our infrastructure here such as Moor Farm and Seaton Burn – recognised in the Local Growth Plan from the North East Mayor Kim McGuinness. Investment here can drive the development and job creation the North East urgently needs, unlocking its potential.”