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Written question asked by Peter Atkinson (Conservative) on Tuesday, 19 February 2008, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 21 February 2008. It was answered by Tom Harris (Labour) on Tuesday, 26 February 2008 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


Northern Rail: Rolling Stock

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport when she expects refurbished rolling stock to be available for Northern Rail services on its Newcastle to Carlisle line; and when Pacer trains will be decommissioned.
Answer

Decisions on deployment of rolling stock rest with the franchisee, Northern Rail. The department understands there are no plans to withdraw Pacer trains from service.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
188384; 472 c1351W
Session
2007-08
Subjects
Rolling stock Northern Rail Tyne Valley line
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk