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Amanda Hack

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Speaker’s Statement: Ministerial Code
Thursday 15th May 2025

(1 day, 12 hours ago)

Commons Chamber
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Heidi Alexander Portrait Heidi Alexander
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The hon. Lady mentioned this to me a couple of days ago when I bumped into her, but I regret to inform her that the Department does not currently have any plans to take forward a development link between Bishops Lydeard and Taunton. I have, however, asked officials to reach out to those at the local authority to discuss the merits of the scheme.

Amanda Hack Portrait Amanda Hack (North West Leicestershire) (Lab)
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In the ’60s, North West Leicestershire lost its only passenger rail service, the Ivanhoe line. In 2025, my constituents still have no direct access to the rail line. Increasing connectivity of railways is crucial to securing economic growth. Will the Minister share the Department’s plans to improve access to passenger rail for communities with no current access?

Simon Lightwood Portrait Simon Lightwood
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I am more than happy to meet my hon. Friend to discuss this further.

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