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House of Commons · Ministers' Questions

Rail Service Frequency

Thursday 2 July 2020 · 1 question

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Key points

  • Government is investing 48 billion in railways from 2019 to 2024
  • Investment aims to deliver a reliable rail service
  • Intention is to help level up the country

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Suzanne Webb Con Stourbridge
Context

The MP questions the government's commitment to ensuring reliable rail services post-COVID.

Question

Given that the Prime Minister supports buses, I support trains. The Government is investing £48 billion into railways for an upgrade since Victorian times. Will my hon. Friend assure me this funding will ensure communities across all parts of the country have access to reliable, punctual rail services?

Answer from Chris Heaton-Harris (Member of Parliament)

The Government is investing £48 billion in railways from 2019 to 2024, excluding HS2. The intention is to deliver a reliable rail service that helps to level up the country.

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