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Written question asked by Louise Haigh (Labour) on Monday, 24 April 2023, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 27 April 2023 (named day). It was answered by Huw Merriman (Conservative) on Thursday, 27 April 2023 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


TransPennine Express Rail Franchise

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, with reference to his oral evidence before the Transport Select Committee, Q590 on 19 April 2023, what legal considerations are relevant that could prevent the Trans Pennine Express contract from expiring on 28 May 2023.

Answer

Any decision on the future operator of the TransPennine Express contract will be made in accordance with the Secretary of State’s published Section 26 Statement, which sets out the policy on the letting of passenger rail contracts.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
182336
Session
2022-23
Related items
Subjects
TransPennine Express rail franchise
Link
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