Written Question·Department for Transport·UIN 88881

Great British Railways: Freight

Tabled: 10 November 2025

Answered: 18 November 2025

Question

Mr Richard Holden

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether she plans to take steps to require that (a) Great British Railways and (b) any operator within Great British Railways cannot operate commercial freight services.

Answer

Keir Mather

The Government is committed to supporting rail freight growth, recognising its significant economic and environmental potential and critical role in the UK’s resilience.Under GBR, freight will remain a private industry and continue to be an integral part ...

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