FOI/202500455699 · FOI · unclear
National Speed Management Review budget: FOI release
Information requested
Confirm the total budget that has been allocated to the various public engagements that are being held in regard to the proposed reduction in speed limits, also what is the total cost including websites etc and online public consultation also any expenditure on expert advice, 3rd party or in house.
Response
The answer to your question is s £249,563 has been allocated for the public engagement events associated with the National Speed Management Review. A breakdown of these is provided below;
Item Budget Spend to date from 1st Nov 24 - 31st Jan 25 Hours fee Public Consultation Fee = £213,043 (£36,470 for expenses) Approx. £96,166.11 Venue Hire* £5,000 Approx. £5,045.46 Banner Cost £2,720 Approx. £3,486.02 Virtual Room Cost* Approx. £8,000 - Hotel (incl TS hotels), flights and ferries Costs* £20,800 Approx. £20,000
*these figures are not yet finalised but is what we currently expect to invoice once they come through our system.
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