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Written question asked by Richard Holden (Conservative) on Tuesday, 20 January 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 22 January 2026. It was answered by Keir Mather (Labour) on Monday, 2 February 2026 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


c2c: Community Railways Initiative

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether she has received a proposal for a community rail partnership for the C2C rail franchise; what assessment she has made of the potential merits of a community rail partnership for C2C services; and what steps she is taking to support the establishment of a community rail partnership for the C2C network.

Answer

Officials have not yet received a proposal for a community rail partnership from c2c. We understand the operator will be sharing a proposal in 2026/27 and officials will consider how this might best be facilitated.

In terms of merits, Community Rail Partnerships bring benefits to local communities through social, environmental, and economic growth. Projects help improve the safety and inclusivity of the railway, as well as encouraging rail travel as a more sustainable mode of transport.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
107149
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Community railways initiative c2c
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk