§ 5. Mr. DenhamTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport what discussions he has had with the Strategic Rail Authority regarding rail routes from Southampton to the midlands; and if he will make a statement. [184919]
§ Dr. HowellsMinisters and officials in my Department meet regularly with the Strategic Rail Authority about a wide range of issues.
The Government have set out their long-term proposals for passenger and freight services in the "Future of Rail" White Paper.