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Lords · Question HL11146 · Tabled 20 Oct 2025 · Department for Transport · Official record

Answered 27 Oct 2025

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Asked by Lord Rennard

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the benefits of expanding local rail services to local economies, and of increasing rail services into cities to reduce road congestion, improve air quality and reduce carbon emissions.

Answer

Answered by Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill, 27 Oct 2025

Assessments of the benefits of expanding local rail services to local economies, and of increasing rail services into cities, are assessed on a case-by-case basis to reflect local economic conditions, using Transport Analysis Guidance (TAG). Expanded loca...