Written question asked by Andrew Snowden (Conservative) on Monday, 13 July 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 15 July 2026. It was answered by Keir Mather (Labour) on Tuesday, 4 August 2026 on behalf of the Department for Transport.
Railways: Catering
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, if she will consider introducing a requirement for a minimum provision of food supplies for rail companies to provide passengers affected by delays between stations.
- Answer
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The Government expects train operators to support passengers during disruption. Under the National Rail Conditions of Travel, operators must, where reasonably practicable, provide appropriate assistance, which may include refreshments.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 18213
- Session
- 2026-27
- Subjects
- Catering Railways
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- 2026-08-04 14:54:57 +0100
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