Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Matt Vickers and Kevin Hollinrake

Thursday 4th November 2021 Commons Chamber

[Matt Vickers (Stockton South) (Con)]

1. What progress he has made on establishing a national headquarters for Great British Railways.

[Kevin Hollinrake (Thirsk and Malton) (Con)]

4. What steps he is taking to identify the most suitable location for the headquarters of Great British Railways.

[The Secretary of State for Transport (Grant Shapps)]

May I start by saying that my thoughts are with those affected by the tragic incident in the river at Haverfordwest at the weekend, where three lives were lost? My thanks go to the emergency services. The Maritime Accident Investigation Branch is currently investigating. Similarly, my thoughts are with everyone affected by the rail incident that took place in Salisbury this weekend. I am grateful to the train crews and drivers, and the services that looked after those who were injured. Our thoughts go to the families of all those affected.

The Great British Railways transition team is designing a selection process for the headquarters and details will be announced shortly.