§ Mr. WigleyTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport if he will list all passenger service requirements affecting rail services to and from Wales which have(a) been proposed and (b) been accepted. [5956]
§ Mr. WattsThe passenger service requirement for the Great Western franchise was finalised on 16 May by the franchising director following consultation with local authorities and rail users-consultative committees, and was included in invitations to tender for the franchise. The franchising director will develop and consult on further passenger service requirements for franchises that serve Wales during 1996.