Great British Railways
The question
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, if she will ensure that Great British Railways has a statutory accessibility duty.
Answered by Simon Lightwood
Accessibility is a priority for this Government and we are committed to delivering a rail system which allows disabled people to travel easily, confidently and with dignity. The ongoing Railways Bill consultation is already clear that accessibility will be central to Great British Railways.
GBR will therefore be subject to requirements – either licence conditions
or statutory duties – to ensure this happens. That includes requirements relating to accessibility and engaging accessibility stakeholders.
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