Train Service Frequency Netherfield, Burton Joyce and Carlton 2022-03-17
2022-03-17
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The MP is concerned about the reduction of train services in Netherfield, Burton Joyce and Carlton due to the pandemic. The area has seen a significant decrease in service frequency compared to pre-covid levels.
What steps his Department is taking to help ensure that the frequency of train services in Netherfield, Burton Joyce and Carlton returns to pre-covid-19 outbreak levels?
The pandemic is changing travel habits and we are starting to see some substantial changes in passenger demand for rail travel. As covid recedes, we must ensure that services are adjusted to meet changes in passenger demand. We are working with operators to consider what further changes might be possible at these stations.
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Steps being taken to restore train service frequencies to pre-pandemic levels without specific commitments or timelines.
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The MP notes that there is a widespread view in Gedling that rail services could be improved. Specifically, Carlton recently lost its direct service to Matlock and many trains pass through Burton Joyce without stopping.
There is a widespread view in Gedling that rail services could be improved. For example, Carlton recently lost its direct service to Matlock and many trains pass through Burton Joyce without stopping. I continue to have discussions with East Midlands Railway about how it might reach the maximum amount of services in its agreement with the Department. I would welcome the opportunity to meet my hon. Friend to discuss how Gedling's stations might fulfil their potential.
I appreciate my hon. Friend raising the matter and can see what a hard-working campaigner he is for his constituents. I assure him that we are working with the operator to consider what further changes might be possible, subject to passenger demand and the cascading of trains into East Midlands Railway. I am happy to meet him to discuss this in more detail.
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Specific steps or commitments for improving rail service capacity without a detailed action plan.
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