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Written question asked by Richard Holden (Conservative) on Tuesday, 7 July 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 9 July 2026. It was answered by Keir Mather (Labour) on Wednesday, 15 July 2026 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


Railways: Greater London

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether HM Government has received representations from the Mayor of London on the GLA taking control of suburban rail services (a) inside and (b) outside Greater London.

Answer

The Department has received representations from the Mayor of London and Transport for London regarding the potential devolution of Great Northern Inner rail services. These services operate both within Greater London and to destinations beyond the Greater London boundary. The Government continues to engage with the Mayor of London and Transport for London on these proposals.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
16606
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Greater London Railways
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk