Written Question·Department for Transport·UIN 105205

East West Rail Line: Universal Studios

Tabled: 13 January 2026
Answered: 21 January 2026

Question

Richard Fuller

ConservativeNorth Bedfordshire

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what agreement has been made between East West Rail and Universal Destinations and Experiences on the development timeline of East West Rail during the construction of the Universal Theme Park in Bedfordshire.

Answer

Keir Mather
Universal’s plans for a theme park near Stewartby represents a significant local and national opportunity for economic growth. Following Government approval of the theme park in April 2025, EWR Co is working alongside Universal and key stakeholders to hel...

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