Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Matthew Pennycook and Clive Efford

Thursday 30th January 2020 Commons Chamber

[Matthew Pennycook (Greenwich and Woolwich) (Lab)]

7. What recent discussions his Department has had with Southeastern on the adequacy of its rail services.

[Clive Efford (Eltham) (Lab)]

19. What recent assessment he has made of the future of the Southeastern rail franchise; and if he will make a statement.

[The Minister of State, Department for Transport (Chris Heaton-Harris)]

Southeastern’s performance has been strong—much improved—and remained relatively stable over the last year. Southeastern is subject to several contractual performance benchmarks as part of its franchise agreement, and the Department monitors those closely.