Written questions

Railways: Temperature

2026-06-29 · Department for Transport · 14512 · Official question

Mr Andrew Snowden

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what steps she is taking to ensure rail companies are obliged to provide a comfortable temperature and climate conditions for passengers.

Answer

Operators are responsible for maintaining trains, including heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems where fitted. Passenger comfort is supported through the RSSB's Key Train Requirements and rolling stock specifications, which are used when proc...