Rail Access Grimsby and Cleethorpes 2025-05-15
2025-05-15
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Local analysis shows a direct service from Cleethorpes to London could deliver annual growth of over £30 million. The project is supported by local businesses, industry, and constituents.
What steps are being taken to ensure that the proposed direct rail service from Cleethorpes to London definitely leaves the station? Local analysis shows this could deliver annual growth of over £30 million to our region.
Subject to final industry planning, East Midlands Railway plans to introduce an all-day direct Nottingham-Cleethorpes service in December. The Rail Minister has been looking into possible London-Cleethorpes trains and will discuss this with the hon. Member after the spending review. Grand Central's application for open-access services between London and Cleethorpes is under review by the Department, which will provide views to the regulator.
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Provided no specific commitment or timeline for securing funding or ensuring implementation of the service
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The MP has been raising the prospect of a direct service from Cleethorpes and Grimsby to King’s Cross since 2011.
Will the Minister give an absolute assurance that he and the Rail Minister will seriously consider the importance of a direct service between Cleethorpes, Grimsby, and King's Cross?
A decision is ultimately a matter for the regulator. Open access can provide benefits such as improved connectivity and choice but also increase costs to taxpayers and create additional performance pressures on an already constrained network. The Department will look at applications on a case-by-case basis.
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Changed subject entirely without addressing the question of providing assurance or commitment
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Did Not Provide Assurance
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