Written questions

South Wales Main Line: Standards

Lords · Question HL3575 · Tabled 17 Dec 2024 · Department for Transport · Official record

Answered 20 Dec 2024

Question

Asked by Lord Wigley

To ask His Majesty's Government what steps they are taking to maintain the frequency, reliability and journey times of passenger trains between Cardiff and London during the construction of HS2.

Answer

Answered by Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill, 20 Dec 2024

Old Oak Common is a crucial enabler for the Government’s growth mission. During construction there will be periods of full line closures and some periods - generally weekends - when the closure of some lines means fewer services will operate. During full ...