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West of England Line: Standards

Asked by Dr Andrew MurrisonConservativeDepartment for TransportTabled Answered 28 May 2025UIN 53013

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether her Department plans to implement improvements to the West of England rail line in the context of the cancellation of the A303 Stonehenge road improvement scheme.

Answered by Lilian Greenwood

The Government has no plans for enhancements to the West of England line at this time. Government investment priorities for rail enhancements in England and Wales will be set out following the conclusion of the Spending Review next month.

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