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House of Commons · Ministers' Questions

Midlands Rail Hub: Stakeholders

Thursday 10 October 2024 · 2 questions

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

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Key points

  • Nigel Huddleston asked about meeting stakeholders to discuss the Midlands Rail Hub plans.
  • Nigel Huddleston inquired about the timing of the investment for the region.
  • The Minister indicated that a major funding decision for the first phase will occur in about four years.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Nigel Huddleston Con Droitwich and Evesham
Transport
Context

The MP is concerned about the progress of the Midlands Rail Hub scheme.

Question

If she will meet stakeholders in the midlands to discuss plans to build the midlands rail hub.

Answer from Lilian Greenwood

As the hon. Member will know, Network Rail is in the process of procuring design for the delivery of the western phase of the midlands rail hub scheme. While a business case is being developed for later phases, we would of course be happy to meet the hon. Member and stakeholders to discuss progress on the programme.

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Not addressed: The answer did not provide a specific commitment to meeting stakeholders or discussing plans immediately.

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Q2 Nigel Huddleston Con Droitwich and Evesham
Transport
Context

The MP seeks more information on the timing of the investment in the Midlands Rail Hub.

Question

I very much appreciate that response. I would appreciate it as well if the Minister could give us some idea of the timing of this really important investment for the region, which will add considerably to the economic prospects of the west midlands.

Answer from Lilian Greenwood

I appreciate how important it is to improve rail infrastructure in the midlands. The next major decision on the first phase will be to consider the release of delivery funding in around four years' time, but in the meantime we are expecting a business case for the subsequent phases of the programme to inform next steps, which will be ready next year.

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