§ Bob SpinkTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport how many staff are employed in the Strategic Rail Authority; and what assessment he has made of the potential for cost savings. [162929]
§ Mr. McNultyThe SRA currently employs 426 staff, excluding those working for subsidiary organisations such as South East Trains. The review of the rail industry announced by my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State on 19 January is looking into roles and responsibilities in the railway industry, including those of the SRA, and any scope for cost savings will be considered as part of the review.