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Written question asked by Jerome Mayhew (Conservative) on Wednesday, 15 July 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 1 September 2026. It was answered by Keir Mather (Labour) on Friday, 4 September 2026 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


East West Rail Line: Rolling Stock

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, with reference to the Answer of 14 April 2026 to Question 124216, whether the final modifications have been delivered and tested on the trains that will be used on East West Rail from West Midlands Trains.

Answer

Modifications are nearing completion, and a full testing regime is underway that will support the safety validation process. A start date for the services will be announced as soon as it is possible to do so.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
19073
Session
2026-27
Related items
East West Rail Line
Tuesday, 14 April 2026
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Rolling stock East West Rail line
Link
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