Question
Consideration of eastern access at Hitchin station has been stalled for far too long. I am delighted that, having worked with Ministers and our councils, we have finally been able to get it moving forward, and yesterday’s announcement of £5.6 million in new growth funding for Hertfordshire provides a fantastic opportunity to go further and finally make it happen. Will Ministers meet me to discuss how we can lobby Hertfordshire county council to make the most of this opportunity for my town?
Answer
In the interests of speed, yes.
Verdict: GREEN (90/100)
The question asked whether Ministers would agree to meet the Member about lobbying the county council over eastern access at Hitchin station. The reply gives a clear, unambiguous yes, committing to the meeting directly. The only remaining detail, such as when the meeting will take place, is not part of what was asked.
How we got there
| Question item | Coverage | Specificity | Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Will Ministers agree to meet the member to discuss how to lobby Hertfordshire County Council to use the new £5.6 million growth funding to progress eastern access at Hitchin station. | Addressed | Direct | The item asks whether Ministers will agree to meet the member about lobbying the county council on eastern access at Hitchin station, and the reply's unambiguous 'yes' directly commits to that meeting. |