PARLIAMENTARY WRITTEN QUESTION
Railways: North of England (2 September 2014)

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what discussions he has had with rolling stock companies on the replacement or refurbishment of Pacer units as part of the Northern/TPE franchise consultation.

Asked by:
Lilian Greenwood (Labour)

We expect to require bidders for the Northern and TPE franchises to put forward options for replacing Pacer units, which for many are a source of dissatisfaction with rail services in the North. The Secretary of State for Transport has not had any discussions with rolling stock companies regarding this as it is a matter for train operators.

Answered by:
Claire Perry (Conservative)
5 September 2014