PARLIAMENTARY WRITTEN QUESTION
South Western Rail Franchise (8 July 2015)
Question Asked
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, for what reason he has decided not to proceed with a Direct Award to South West Trains.
Asked by:
Lilian Greenwood (Labour)
Asked by:
Lilian Greenwood (Labour)
Answer
After discussions with Stagecoach South West Trains (SSWT), it became clear that we were unable to reach agreement for the anticipated Direct Award. Therefore, in order to ensure that passenger benefits are delivered beyond 2017 in a way that achieves best value for taxpayers, the Secretary of State decided to proceed with the full competition.
Answered by:
Claire Perry (Conservative)
13 July 2015
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