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House of Commons · Adjournment Debate

Railway Station: Gamesley

15 July 2020 · 3 other contributors

Opened by Robert Largan Con High Peak

Transport

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Robert Largan raised concerns about railway station: gamesley in the House of Commons. A government minister responded. Other MPs also contributed.

Key points

  • MP Robert Largan highlighted the long-standing issue of inadequate transport infrastructure in Gamesley, which lacks a railway station impacting residents' quality of life and job opportunities.
  • The Minister acknowledged the issue and mentioned Government investments of 48 billion for rail modernisation between 2019 and 2024, including a 20 million fund for reopening closed railway lines.
  • Gamesley station is considered in Transport for Greater Manchester's strategy, and Northern trains has assured support for further work on the bus service.

How the debate unfolded

MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.

Opened the debate

Robert Largan Con High Peak

MP Robert Largan highlighted the long-standing issue of inadequate transport infrastructure in Gamesley, a constituency with poor public transport and low car ownership. He noted that despite promises made over five decades ago, Gamesley still lacks a railway station which has significantly impacted local residents' quality of life and job opportunities. The MP emphasised the strong support for building a new station from both locals and councils, underlining the strategic importance and minimal impact on existing services. Largan also mentioned related infrastructure projects such as the Mottram bypass and the Trans Pennine Trail that could complement Gamesley's railway project.

Other contributors (3)
  • Mark Fletcher Lab Bolsover

    Mark Fletcher expressed support for a new rail station in Pinxton, similar to Gamesley's proposal.

  • Chris Loder Con West Dorset

    Chris Loder praised Robert Largan’s efforts and highlighted the need to recalibrate infrastructure assessment models like the Green Book to better support regional projects such as Gamesley station.

  • Chris Clarkson Lab Heywood and Middleton

    Chris Clarkson paid tribute to Robert Largan's persistent advocacy for his constituents, likening him to a dedicated orator in ancient Rome advocating tirelessly for the construction of Gamesley station.

Government Response

Chris Heaton-Harris

The Minister acknowledged Robert Largan's efforts and highlighted Government investments, including £48 billion for rail modernisation between 2019 and 2024. He mentioned the new stations fund with a £20 million round of funding to reopen closed railway lines and the 'Restoring Your Railway' initiative with a £500 million fund. The Minister noted that Gamesley station is considered in Transport for Greater Manchester's strategy, and Northern trains has assured support for further work on the business case. He emphasised the Government’s commitment to levelling up regional economies and building new stations in towns affected by Beeching closures.

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