PARLIAMENTARY WRITTEN QUESTION
Railways: North of England (21 May 2018)
Question Asked
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what discussions he has had with Transport for the North on the proposed route of Northern Powerhouse Rail.
Asked by:
Judith Cummins (Labour)
Asked by:
Judith Cummins (Labour)
Answer
Northern Powerhouse Rail aims to dramatically improve rail connectivity between major cities across the North of England. A range of options are under development including new lines, options that make use of HS2 infrastructure and substantial upgrades, as well as options to develop stations.
We are due to receive a business case from Transport for the North at the end of 2018.
Answered by:
Lord Johnson of Marylebone (Conservative)
25 May 2018
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