Written questions

Railways: Wales

Lords · Question HL14318 · Tabled 4 Feb 2026 · Department for Transport · Official record

Answered 12 Feb 2026

Question

Asked by Lord Wigley

To ask His Majesty's Government what discussions they have had with the Welsh Government about restructuring funding of railways and train services that (1) operate in Wales, or (2) serve Wales.

Answer

Answered by Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill, 12 Feb 2026

The UK Government has held constructive discussions with the Welsh Government throughout the development of the UK Railways Bill, focusing on restructuring governance and funding arrangements for rail services in Wales and on cross‑border routes. This wor...