Written Question·Department for Transport·UIN 47924

East West Rail Line and Thameslink Rail: Bedfordshire

Tabled: 24 April 2025

Answered: 6 May 2025

Question

Blake Stephenson

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, if she will make an assessment of the potential impact of the planned Universal Studios theme park on passenger numbers on (a) East-West Rail and (b) Thameslink services.

Answer

Simon Lightwood

Expected demand for the Universal Studios theme park is being analysed by East West Rail Co. and Network Rail as part of the Outline Business Case for East West Rail, to ensure the right infrastructure is delivered. East West Rail Co. and Network Rail wil...

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