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Debate between Lord McLoughlin and Lord Walney(10 years, 1 month ago)
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Mr McLoughlin
My hon. Friend makes a very good point. I will look at that. However, I stand by what I have said. We have ambitious plans for electrification and it is right that we ensure they are delivered in a practical and timely manner.
John Woodcock (Barrow and Furness) (Lab/Co-op)
Electrification in the rest of the north-west is adding to the worry that the Furness line might lose its direct service to Manchester and Manchester airport, which is vital. Has the Secretary of State read the report by the Railway Consultancy, which was funded by businesses in my constituency through Cumbria Better Connected, and will he pay attention to the irrefutable case to keep and improve that service?
Mr McLoughlin
I will take the hon. Gentleman’s representations seriously and ensure that I re-read that report.