Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what plans his Department has to ensure that local communities are (a) kept informed of and (b) consulted on proposals for Crossrail 2; and if he will make a statement.

Consultation is essential to keep people well informed and allow them to have their say on Crossrail 2. Working closely with Transport for London and Network Rail, we must ensure that we are achieving value for money, which requires a robust business case and funding plan. As the Crossrail 2 scheme progresses and as the business case is presented, we will ensure there are further opportunities for the public to be consulted.