Railways: Temperature
The question
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment her Department has made of the adequacy of the performance of rail services during heatwaves.
Answered by Keir Mather
The Department expects train operators and Network Rail to work together to mitigate the impacts of extreme weather on services. In response to extreme heat, it may be necessary to implement contingency timetables, particularly where speed restrictions are in place.
It is important that Network Rail and train operating companies issue public messaging advising passengers of the disruption and providing advice on ticket restriction easements to allow passengers to plan their travel.
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