Railways: Temperature
2026-06-29 · Department for Transport · 14512 · Official question
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...