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Lakes Line

Asked by Tim FarronLiberal DemocratDepartment for TransportTabled Answered 7 July 2025UIN 63292

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, if she will include the Lakes Line Passing Loop in the next Rail Network Enhancements Pipeline.

Answered by Simon Lightwood

We believe the Local Transport Authority can best determine whether this project meets their local needs. The Department will continue to support development work on this scheme, should local budgets be prioritised.

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