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Written question asked by Baroness Randerson (Liberal Democrat) on Monday, 25 November 2024, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 9 December 2024. It was answered by Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill (Labour) on Thursday, 5 December 2024 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


Railways: Sunderland

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government whether they plan to require London and North Eastern Railway to run direct services between Sunderland and London Kings Cross beyond December.

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
HL2857
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Railways Sunderland London North Eastern Railway
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk