Oral Question·Department for Transport
“Whether his Department can prevent a rail operating company from bidding to retain its franchise as a result of that company's performance.”
Tabled: 7 February 2018Answered: 1 March 2018
Asked by
Clive Efford
Labour — Eltham and Chislehurst
Answering Minister
the Secretary of State for Transport
Answer from Hansard
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Transport (Lilian Greenwood)
Officials in my Department are in regular discussions with Network Rail and train operators on opportunities to improve services across the Brighton main line, taking account of changes to commuter travel since the pandemic. Decisions about the Department’s capital portfolio will be announced after completion of the 2025 spending review, ensuring that every penny spent supports our missions and our plan for growth.