Written question asked by Louise Ellman (Labour) on Friday, 18 February 2005, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 23 February 2005. It was answered by Tony McNulty (Labour) on Wednesday, 23 February 2005 on behalf of the Department for Transport.

Dept for Transport

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what discussions he has held concerning the future use of the Meridian trains built for Midland Mainline which have now been declared surplus to requirements. (Holding answer 21 February 2005).

Answer: Mrs. Ellman: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport what discussions he has held concerning the future use of the Meridian trains built for Midland Mainline which have now been declared surplus to requirements. [217114] Mr. McNulty: [holding answer 21 February 2005]: I understand that sixteen four-car Meridian trains have been successfully introduced into service on Midland Mainline and will continue to operate throughout the life of the franchise. There are also seven nine-car Meridians which are not yet in service. Discussions about them continue between the owning Rolling Stock Company and Midland Mainline. Careful consideration will be given to any proposal for their possible future use.

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