§ Mr. Paul MarsdenTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions if he will make a statement on the ways in which the Strategic Rail Authority proposes to improve the(a) frequency and (b) quality of train services between Shrewsbury and London. [156567]
§ Mr. HillThe Strategic Rail Authority is in active discussion with local stakeholders about through services from Shrewsbury to London. A number of options which are emerging from franchise replacement are being considered. These will be assessed on a value for money basis.