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HL HL10868
Railways
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13 October 2025
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Summary
To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made, if any, of the importance of railways in improving economic growth, in particular the importance of opening new lines and stations.
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13 October 2025
Written question
To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made, if any, of the importance of railways in improving economic growth, in particular the importance of opening new lines and stations.
Source: Lords
27 October 2025
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New rail lines and stations can help drive economic growth by opening up new development opportunities, unlocking housing, reducing costs for businesses and supporting people into work. The Government recognises the crucial role rail plays in kickstarting...
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- Official source: https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-questions/detail/2025-10-13/HL10868
- Open data entity: https://questions-statements-api.parliament.uk/api/writtenquestions/questions/1840066
- uk · wq-1840066 · source updated 27 October 2025