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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Transport Update

01 December 2022 · Department for Transport

Proposed by Mark Harper Con Forest of Dean

Transport

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At a glance

Key points

  • The minister is announcing the publication of the High-Level Output Specification and Statement of Funds Available for Network Rail.
  • Network Rail will receive 44 billion to spend over the Control Period 7 from April 2024 to March 2029.
  • Network Rail is expected to develop detailed plans in collaboration with its customers.

Issue summary

The statement addresses the funding and objectives for railway infrastructure in England and Wales for the next five-year period (Control Period 7 from April 2024 to March 2029).

Action requested

The minister is announcing the publication of the High-Level Output Specification and Statement of Funds Available, setting out £44 billion for Network Rail to spend over the Control Period. Network Rail is expected to develop detailed plans in collaboration with its customers.

Key facts

  • The funding period covers April 2024 to March 2029.
  • Government investment totals £44 billion.
  • The High-Level Output Specification outlines rail reform and focuses on operations, maintenance, and renewal.
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