DfT Operator
Commons · Question 125017 · Tabled 10 Apr 2026 · Department for Transport · Official record
Answered 15 Apr 2026
Question
Asked by Jerome Mayhew
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, pursuant to the Answer of 30 March 2026 to Question 122220 on DfT Operator, how many staff will remain within the Department undertaking rail policy functions following the transfer to DfT Operator Ltd; and wha
Answer
Answered by Keir Mather, 15 Apr 2026
Following the transfer of staff to DFTO on 1st April, the Department for Transport has 485 FTE undertaking rail functions - from rail reform to major projects sponsorship. Robust and tested sponsorship arrangements have been implemented, enabling the Depa...