Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Simon Lightwood and Jayne Kirkham

Thursday 10th October 2024 Commons Chamber

[Simon Lightwood]

Chiltern’s business case assesses both like-for-like and enhanced capacity rolling stock options. Like-for-like offers similar capacity to the current fleet but more modern trains to deliver a better customer proposition. Enhanced capacity would enable Chiltern to run more services to relieve crowding. Both options are still under consideration ahead of further market engagement. A final decision will be made taking into consideration value for money and affordability.

[Jayne Kirkham (Truro and Falmouth) (Lab/Co-op)]

2. What steps she is taking to help mitigate disruption to rail passengers travelling to the south-west when construction of Old Oak Common station begins.