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Written question asked by Lord Patten (Conservative) on Wednesday, 9 February 2022, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 23 February 2022. It was answered by Baroness Vere of Norbiton (Conservative) on Tuesday, 15 February 2022 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


Railways: Greater London

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government when they expect (1) long-distance, and (2) commuter, train services into London mainline stations to reach the levels they were at prior to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Answer

Following the move to Plan A and in anticipation of the lifting of all Covid-19 restrictions, the Department will be working closely with train operators to develop a passenger offer that it is fit for the future, and carefully balances capacity and performance, while protecting the public purse.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL6136
Session
2021-22
Subjects
Greater London Disease control Railways Coronavirus
Link
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