Nicholas Soames: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport what steps he plans to take to build a modern and sustainable transport system in (a) West Sussex and (b) Mid Sussex. [4058]

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Norman Baker MP, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Transport [holding answer 24 June 2010]: The Department for Transport is focused on building a modern and sustainable transport system. This will contribute to future economic growth of all parts of England including in West Sussex and Mid Sussex.

Following the Spending Review we will be reviewing priorities for the transport network, including those in West Sussex and Mid Sussex.