Written questions

North Wales Coast Line: Electrification

Lords · Question HL8494 · Tabled 16 Jun 2025 · Department for Transport · Official record

Answered 24 Jun 2025

Question

Asked by Lord Roberts of Llandudno

To ask His Majesty's Government whether they have any plans to commence the electrification of the Crewe to Holyhead railway line.

Answer

Answered by Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill, 24 Jun 2025

The previous government committed to electrification of this line, however no funding was ever made available to begin exploring the costs and benefits of such an enhancement. This government has recognised the lack of investment in Welsh railways and mad...