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South Western Railway: Rolling Stock

Asked by Neil Duncan-JordanLabourDepartment for TransportTabled Answered 29 October 2024UIN 10222

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, if she will have discussions with South Western Railway on the use of Arterio Class 701 trains.

Answered by Simon Lightwood

Department officials have regular discussions with South-Western Railway on the introduction of the Arterio Class 701 fleet. The first trains have entered passenger service, with a gradual roll out expected over the next two years.

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