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Railways: Rural Areas

Asked by Sarah GibsonLiberal DemocratDepartment for TransportTabled Answered 9 June 2025UIN 55835

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether Great British Railways will be required to take into account the specific needs of (a) Wiltshire and (b) other rural and semi-rural areas when determining (i) future service levels and (ii) timetables.

Answered by Simon Lightwood

Great British Railways (GBR) will plan services and design timetables to meet both current and future passenger demand, while also ensuring value for money to the taxpayer. GBR will work with all Local Transport Authorities, including Wiltshire, on their priorities and Local Transport Plans.

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