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Debate between Simon Wright and Stephen Hammond(10 years, 9 months ago)
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Simon Wright (Norwich South) (LD)
According to a report by the transport consultants, Atkins, enhancements to capacity, line speed and service quality on the great eastern main line could bring an extra £3.7 billion into the economy. Will the Minister confirm that the recommendations of the East Anglia rail prospectus, which is backed by MPs from across the region, will be progressed at the earliest possible opportunity?
The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Transport (Stephen Hammond)
I congratulate those who put a considerable amount of work and effort into unifying the stakeholders in East Anglia and producing that excellent document. It contains a huge number of recommendations. I will continue to engage with MPs and others to ensure that we complete the process, that their voices are heard and that we understand the benefits of the recommendations.
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Debate between Simon Wright and Stephen Hammond(11 years, 1 month ago)
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Stephen Hammond
My right hon. Friend obviously did not have quite enough time to mention Stratford in his closing remarks, but I assure the hon. Lady that the Government look at all these things seriously and will continue to do so.
Simon Wright (Norwich South) (LD)
T1. If he will make a statement on his departmental responsibilities.