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Written question asked by Lord Scriven (Liberal Democrat) on Monday, 28 November 2016, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 12 December 2016. It was answered by Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon (Conservative) on Wednesday, 7 December 2016 on behalf of the Department for Transport.

Sheffield-Rotherham Tram-train Pilot Scheme

Question

To ask Her Majesty’s Government whether any budget gaps have been identified which may prevent the completion of the Sheffield to Rotherham train tram scheme; and if so, what.

Answer

The Rotherham to Sheffield Tram Train pilot project has been subject to review. This is due to problems with Network Rail’s complex programme of works to modify the heavy rail network in order to allow the operation of the innovative tram train vehicles. The final outcome of this review work, including the financial implications, is still being considered. However, Network Rail is delivering the scheme to its revised programme and has indicated that their work is now scheduled to be complete during summer 2018.

The commencement of passenger services on this route would follow the successful testing of the infrastructure, operational arrangements and appropriate driver and staff training. A decision as to a public start date would be made by South Yorkshire Passenger Transport Executive and Supertram as and when the Network Rail works reach their conclusion.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL3587
Session
2016-17
Subjects
Finance Sheffield-Rotherham tram-train pilot scheme
Contains statistics
Yes
Link
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