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Written question asked by Jerome Mayhew (Conservative) on Thursday, 26 March 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 13 April 2026 (named day). A holding answer was provided on Monday, 13 April 2026. A substantive answer was provided by Keir Mather (Labour) on Tuesday, 14 April 2026 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


East West Rail Line

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, pursuant to the Answer of 25 March 2026 to Question 122594, when (a) Winslow station will be fully handed over and (b) future staffing arrangements will be agreed.

Answer

Chiltern is continuing to work closely with its partners and the Department to conclude the remaining train, infrastructure and staff issues and a start date for the first East West Rail services will be announced as soon as it is possible to do so.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
124219
Session
2024-26
Related items
East West Rail Line
Wednesday, 25 March 2026
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Staff Railway stations East West Rail line Winslow
Link
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