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Written question asked by Tom Tugendhat (Conservative) on Thursday, 2 July 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 6 July 2026. It was answered by Keir Mather (Labour) on Friday, 10 July 2026 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


South Eastern Main Line: Mobile Broadband

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether the South Eastern Main Line through Tonbridge will be included in the next phase of Project Reach; and when that phase will begin.

Answer

The South Eastern Main Line through Tonbridge is not included in the current phase of Project Reach. No decision has yet been taken on its inclusion in any future phase and, consequently, no start date has been set.

The current phase of Project Reach will improve mobile connectivity in fifty-seven railway tunnels and provide upgraded 5G neutral host infrastructure at twelve Network Rail stations, with delivery scheduled through to March 2029.

Any future expansion of the programme will be considered in due course, subject to priorities, funding, and approvals.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
15380
Session
2026-27
Related items
South Eastern Main Line: Mobile Broadband
Tuesday, 4 August 2026
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Mobile broadband South Eastern main line
Link
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