RSUA writes to DfI Permanent Secretary regarding Resource Budget 2023-24 EQIA consultation
On 8 June 2023, RSUA wrote to the Department for Infrastructure’s (DfI) Permanent Secretary Dr Julie Harrison regarding DfI’s Resource Budget 2023-24 Equality Impact Assessment (EQIA) consultation.
RSUA urged the Department to reconsider the cessation and/or reduction of funding in three areas mentioned in the EQIA:
- Ceasing the Active School Travel programme
- Ceasing support for planning advice provided through Community Places
- Reducing public transport provision, including Concessionary Fares Scheme (CFS)
To view RSUA’s full response to DfI’s consultation click here.