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Written question asked by Caroline Lucas (Green Party) on Monday, 20 June 2016, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 28 June 2016. It was answered by Claire O'Neill (Conservative) on Wednesday, 29 June 2016 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


Brighton Main Line: Season Tickets

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, pursuant to the Answer of 20 June 2016 to Question 40385, whether he has had discussions with Govia Thameslink Railway on (a) for what reasons the selected routes offering flexible products do not include services on the Brighton Main Line (BML) and (b) what the timeline is for provision of part-time season tickets for passengers using the BML; and if he will make a statement.

Answer

We have regular discussions with Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) on a range of issues. GTR is currently developing proposals in respect of flexible ticketing throughout their franchise area (including the Brighton Mainline).


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
41055
Session
2016-17
Related items
Railways: Fares
Monday, 20 June 2016
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Brighton main line Season tickets
Link
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