Written question asked by Phil Hope (Labour) on Tuesday, 16 July 2002, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 15 October 2002. It was answered by David Jamieson (Labour) on Tuesday, 15 October 2002 on behalf of the Department for Transport.

Dept for Transport

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, If he will make a statement on passenger rail services to Corby. (Failed OPQ)

Answer: Phil Hope: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, if he will make a statement on passenger rail services to Corby. [71439] Mr. Jamieson: Under their franchise agreement Midland Mainline provide a bus shuttle service between Corby and Kettering Station to connect with train services. Initial studies have indicated that a rail service would require considerable continuing financial support. I understand that Catalyst Corby (the urban Regeneration Company for the area) is working towards a bid for Rail Passenger Partnership funds from the Strategic Rail Authority.

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