Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether the South Eastern Main Line through Tonbridge will be included in the next phase of Project Reach; and when that phase will begin.

The South Eastern Main Line through Tonbridge is not included in the current phase of Project Reach. No decision has yet been taken on its inclusion in any future phase and, consequently, no start date has been set.

The current phase of Project Reach will improve mobile connectivity in fifty-seven railway tunnels and provide upgraded 5G neutral host infrastructure at twelve Network Rail stations, with delivery scheduled through to March 2029.

Any future expansion of the programme will be considered in due course, subject to priorities, funding, and approvals.