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Railways: North of England

Asked by Jerome MayhewConservativeDepartment for TransportTabled Answered 20 April 2026UIN 127111

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, pursuant to the Answer of 26 March 2026 to Question 122316, whether Network Rail plans to publish the further timetabling analysis and modelling referred to in that Answer; and if she will place a copy in the Library.

Answered by Keir Mather

The Department has worked extensively with Network Rail and stakeholders on development and design of a scheme to deliver a third line between York North Throat and Skelton Junction. The scheme remains under review to ensure it can be delivered in the most effective way as part of a holistic strategy of investment.

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