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Written question asked by Alex Cunningham (Labour) on Tuesday, 4 June 2019, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 6 June 2019. It was answered by Elizabeth Truss (Conservative) on Thursday, 6 June 2019 on behalf of the Treasury.


Railways: Franchises

Question

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what role his Department has in assessing the awarding of rail franchise tenders.

Answer

HM Treasury approval is sought at interim stages of rail franchise competitions to provide the necessary assurances that any award remains affordable and value for money.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
259990
Session
2017-19
Subjects
Franchises Railways Treasury
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk