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West Coast Main Line

Asked by Gareth BaconConservativeDepartment for TransportTabled Answered 7 April 2025UIN 41994

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, when she plans to make train service options for the West Coast Main Line after introduction of HS2 services Old Oak Common to Birmingham available for discussion and consultation.

Answered by Simon Lightwood

No decisions have been made on the timetable that will operate when HS2 opens. Train service options for HS2 and the broader West Coast Main Line will be made available in due course, and will be informed by consultation.

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