Written question asked by Andrew Dismore (Labour) on Tuesday, 18 October 2005, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 21 October 2005. It was answered by Karen Buck (Labour) on Monday, 24 October 2005 on behalf of the Department for Transport.

Northern Line

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport if he will review the public private partnership funding arrangements for the Northern Line; and if he will make a statement.

Answer: [holding answer 21 October 2005]: The Northern Line PFI contract is the responsibility of Tube Lines, and the management of the contract is a matter for the mayor and Transport for London. The Department expects both London Underground and Tube Lines to manage effectively the PPP and PFI contracts and ensure that their contractual requirements are met.The PPP contracts are about delivering lasting solutions to reverse the historic under-investment in the Underground. The Government has committed more than a £1 billion a year to Transport for London to provide the long-term stability and investment necessary for London Underground to deliver the service that Londoners deserve.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 20286; 438 c3W;438 c3W
Session: 2005-06
Subjects: London Underground Public private partnerships Underground railways Northern line