Railways: New Lines Debate

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Armed Forces Bill
Monday 29th February 2016

(8 years, 9 months ago)

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Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon Portrait Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon
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My noble friend is correct and that is why the Government are ensuring that that provision is part and parcel of all new franchise proposals.

Lord Lexden Portrait Lord Lexden (Con)
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Is it the case that Dr Beeching wielded his axe too well and too many lines were closed 50 years ago?

Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon Portrait Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon
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History is history and this Government are looking to the future and that is why we are committed to the investment we are making in the railways.

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