Context
Transport for London submitted a strategic outline business case for the devolution of suburban rail services in late 2019, but progress was halted due to the pandemic.
Question
What recent progress has been made on plans for the devolution of suburban rail services in London? I thank the Minister for that answer. He knows that I am firmly of the view that the transfer of Southeastern services to TfL is the best long-term means of guaranteeing passengers in my constituency the fast, frequent and high-quality metro-style rail services they desire.
Answer from Chris Heaton-Harris
Since the pandemic struck, the Department has had to focus on keeping services running while developing passenger-focused reforms. Great British Railways will be organized around regional divisions for better decision-making. The White Paper includes a commitment for strategic partnership with TfL and other local authorities to ensure rail services work best for passengers in London.
Not addressed: The specific plans to pick up and take forward conversations about devolving Southeastern services were not addressed.
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