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Written question asked by Andy McDonald (Labour) on Thursday, 30 January 2020, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 3 February 2020. It was answered by Chris Heaton-Harris (Conservative) on Friday, 7 February 2020 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


Cross Country Rail Franchise

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether he plans to issue Arriva with a direct award contract on the Cross Country rail franchise.

Answer

The Department is considering options for the next Cross Country franchise. One such option is the issue of a further Direct Award to Arriva; subject to contract and successful negotiation.

A further announcement is expected later this year.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
10389
Session
2019-21
Subjects
Contracts Arriva Cross Country rail franchise
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk