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Written question asked by Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi (Labour) on Tuesday, 18 July 2023, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 20 July 2023. It was answered by Huw Merriman (Conservative) on Monday, 24 July 2023 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


Railways: Ticket Offices

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, pursuant to the Answer to Question 193004 on Railways: Tickets, whether he instructed Train Operating Companies to consult on ticket closures; and whether Train Operating Companies are able to consult on closing ticket offices without seeking Ministerial approval under passenger service agreements in place.

Answer

There are agreements between the Department and train operators on different areas to ensure that services can be delivered in a safe, secure and efficient way for the benefit of customers and the taxpayer. It is for industry to bring forward proposals as to how to deliver that.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
194786
Session
2022-23
Related items
Railways: Ticket Offices
Thursday, 13 July 2023
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Closures Public consultation Railways Train operating companies Ticket offices
Link
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