Written Question·Department for Transport·UIN 118165

East West Rail Line: Development Consent Orders

Tabled: 5 March 2026

Answered: 12 March 2026

Question

Richard Fuller

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether she plans to publish an updated Business Case for East West Rail before the commencement of the Development Consent Order examination.

Answer

Simon Lightwood

In line with Treasury guidance, the development of the Business Case for East West Rail will progress as East West Rail Company continues to develop and refine the project. The Full Business Case will be submitted for approval and then published, once pla...

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