§ Bob RussellTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport, Local Government and the Regions when he last used the railway service in connection with his official duties; what station he left from and what was the destination; and whether it is his intention to make greater use of the railways in future. [28097]
§ Mr. ByersI last used the railway on Monday 28 January travelling from Newcastle to London King's Cross.
Arrangements for official travel are made in line with guidance set out in Chapter 7 of the Ministerial Code and the accompanying guidance document travel by Ministers, using the most efficient and cost effective mode of transport, and bearing in mind security considerations.
I last used the train for official travel on Friday 16 November from London St. Pancras to Derby.