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Written question asked by Lord Shipley (Liberal Democrat) on Tuesday, 29 October 2024, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 12 November 2024. It was answered by Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill (Labour) on Tuesday, 12 November 2024 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


London North Eastern Railway

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what plans they have to require London North Eastern Railway to run direct services between Sunderland and London King's Cross beyond December 2024.

Answer

There are no plans to require London North Eastern Railway to run direct services between Sunderland and London Kings Cross beyond December 2024. Sunderland will continue to have direct London services provided by Open Access operators. Additionally, improvements to the Metro network will improve connectivity in the north east.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL2133
Session
2024-26
Subjects
London North Eastern Railway
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk