20 May 2026·Department for Transport·Answered
AskedWith reference to the Answer of 9 January 2026 to Question 100955, if she will provide a breakdown of the specific programmes the East West Rail is undertaking to achieve its Net Zero target by 2050; and what t
ReplyEast-West Rail will support Britain’s transition to an overall net zero carbon economy by creating a net zero passenger railway by 2050, using hybrid battery-electric trains. EWR Co will also endeavour to reduce embodied emissions (which are those that re...
20 May 2026·Department for Transport·Answered
AskedWhat assessment she has made of the potential impact of the lower drink driving threshold on the number of individuals who may be over the new lower limit when they drive a car the next day after consuming alco
ReplyThe Government recently consulted on the general principle of lowering the drink drive limit in England and Wales. The consultation has now closed and the Government is considering responses, which will inform next steps.
20 May 2026·Department for Transport·Answered
AskedWhat percentage increase there has been in station staffing levels on TransPennine Express services since 17 December 2025.
ReplySince December 2025 headcount has remained static at TransPennine Express-managed stations, at 183 members of staff, minus any turnover during periods while any vacancies were recruited for.
20 May 2026·Department for Transport·Answered
AskedHow many local authorities have signed up to the National Parking Platform.
Reply23 local authorities have signed up to the National Parking Platform, including most recently Birmingham City Council.
20 May 2026·Department for Transport·Answered
AskedWith reference to the answer of 27 April 2026, to Question 127540, on Network Rail: Public Relations, if he will list the individual firms or contractors who were hired as part of the Stakeholder Engagement Ser
ReplyLexington Communications Limited were awarded the contract for Stakeholder Engagement Services in 2021.
20 May 2026·Department for Transport·Answered
AskedWhat progress LNER has made on replacing passenger information screens at York and Newcastle stations since 17 December 2025; and what steps she is taking to enhance passenger information across LNER-managed st
ReplyLondon Northeastern Railway (LNER) has completed the roll out of the very latest colour customer information screens, that also feature British Sign Language, on the main departure boards at York and Newcastle stations. LNER will replace customer informat...
20 May 2026·Department for Transport·Answered
AskedWhat progress SWR has made towards building a new timetable with public consultation in autumn 2026.
ReplySWR plan to consult on their future timetable proposals with stakeholders and passengers during Autumn 2026.
20 May 2026·Department for Transport·Answered
AskedWhat guidance has been given to local authorities on the awarding of Blue Badges to individuals with self-diagnosed ADHD.
ReplyThe Blue Badge scheme is a vital lifeline for many disabled people, supporting their independence and access to everyday activities. The scheme is open to eligible people irrespective of whether they are travelling as a driver or as a passenger. The Blue ...
19 May 2026·Department for Transport·Answered
AskedWhether her Department has awarded the contract for the procurement of the Washwood Heath Depot for HS2.
ReplyThe contract for The Washwood Heath Depot and Network Integrated Control Centre was awarded on 30th April 2026 to the TWA Joint Venture comprising Taylor Woodrow Infrastructure Limited and Aureos Rail Limited.
19 May 2026·Department for Transport·Answered
AskedWhat her Department's planned timetable is for publishing the Cycling and Walking Investment Strategy 3.
ReplyWe will be publishing the third Cycling and Walking Investment Strategy shortly.
19 May 2026·Department for Transport·Answered
AskedWith reference to the Answer of 26 March 2026 to Question 121843, what DVSA's planned timetable is for providing further information on the online booking process before the changes to driving test booking rule
ReplyFurther information on the changes to the booking process was first published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency on GOV.UK, 9 December 2025. Further updates have been published up to the 12 May 2026, when the changes to who can book a test were in...
19 May 2026·Department for Transport·Answered
AskedWhat activities GBRX has completed since its establishment in 2025; how much her Department has spent to date on GBRX; and what expenditure her Department projects for GBRX over the next five years.
ReplyGBRX was established by Network Rail in 2025 to address barriers to the adoption of strategic technologies and to support more joined‑up working as the rail sector moves towards Great British Railways. Since its establishment, GBRX established the AI Advi...
19 May 2026·Department for Transport·Answered
AskedWith reference to the Answer of 26 March 2026 to Question 122872, whether the Department is on track to deliver £52m of efficiencies from corporate initiatives in 2026-27.
ReplyThe Department is working to deliver the efficiencies from corporate initiatives in line with its Spending Review settlement. At this stage in the financial year it is too early to make a definitive assessment of delivery against the full‑year target. Del...
18 May 2026·Department for Transport·Answered
AskedWith reference to the Answer of 30 March 2026 to Question 122568, when the Department plans to announce the next steps on Bus and coach accessibility and the Public Service Vehicles Accessibility Regulations 20
ReplyThe Government wants disabled people to be able to travel easily, confidently, and with dignity and we understand the importance of accessible bus services in supporting people to live their lives the way they want to. While significant progress has been ...
18 May 2026·Department for Transport·Answered
AskedIn which month does the Department expect to publish the full report on the Evaluation of the £3 single bus fare cap and its impacts.
ReplyThe evaluation of the £3 single bus fare cap and its impacts is ongoing. The full report is expected to be published later this year, with timing dependent on completion of the analysis.
18 May 2026·Department for Transport·Answered
AskedWith reference to the Answer of 19 March 2026 to Question 120940, on which day the Department expects the forthcoming change to update the road freight values of time in the Transport Analysis Guidance (TAG) to
ReplyThe forthcoming change to update the road freight values of time in the Transport Analysis Guidance (TAG) was released in December 2025. See Forthcoming change: updates to road freight values of travel time - GOV.UK. We intend to publish the definitive TA...
18 May 2026·Department for Transport·Answered
AskedOn which day will the next meeting of the Hammersmith Bridge Taskforce take place.
ReplyThe Hammersmith Bridge Taskforce will meet again once funding awards made through the Structures Fund for projects have been agreed.
18 May 2026·Department for Transport·Answered
AskedWhen she plans to update the Transport Select Committee on the reports on Yutong electric buses.
ReplyThe Government takes national security seriously.An update was issued to the Transport Select Committee on Friday 22 May.
18 May 2026·Department for Transport·Answered
AskedWhether the Department has begun work on updating the Setting Local Speed Limits and Red Light and Speed Camera guidance.
ReplyOfficials will be holding an initial workshop in June to hear from stakeholders and local authorities.
18 May 2026·Department for Transport·Answered
AskedWhen the Department plans to make a decision on potential accession to the Eurofima Convention.
ReplyThe Department is exploring a range of financing structures to support investment in rolling stock, in partnership with private finance. The Department remains in active engagement with Eurofima, as one element of this work, to assess how its financing me...