Written question asked by Lord Bradshaw (Liberal Democrat) on Wednesday, 12 November 2025, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 26 November 2025. It was answered by Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill (Labour) on Wednesday, 26 November 2025 on behalf of the Department for Transport.

Worcestershire Parkway Station: Repairs and Maintenance

Question: To ask His Majesty's Government, further to the Written Answer by Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill on 11 November (HL11526), when the post-opening evaluation of Worcester Parkway Station will be carried out.

Answer: Worcestershire Parkway was funded by Worcestershire County Council (WCC), it developed the business case with forecast usage, revenue and costs. The Government supported it through a commercial agreement for train services to use the station. The Government has not commissioned post opening evaluation, but WCC has undertaken studies that show the passenger usage and revenue has exceeded their forecast. Lord Bradshaw is advised to contact WCC for further information.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: HL11847
Session: 2024-26
Related items: Public Transport: Repairs and Maintenance
Tuesday, 11 November 2025
Written questions
House of Lords
Subjects: Repairs and maintenance Worcestershire Parkway Station
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk