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Written question asked by Lord Grayling (Conservative) on Friday, 14 May 2021, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 18 May 2021. It was answered by Chris Heaton-Harris (Conservative) on Wednesday, 19 May 2021 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


South Western Railway

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what plans he has to instruct South Western Railway to reinstate pre-covid-19 outbreak levels of service between Epsom to London Waterloo.

Answer

South Western Railway (SWR) has provided an increase in peak service between Epsom and London Waterloo from Monday 17 May, this represents an increase on previous service provision. SWR is currently running at 85% of pre-COVID levels, a 13% increase on the pre-17th May Timetable. Service levels will continue to be reviewed regularly to ensure the capacity provided continues to meet the demand.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
1275
Session
2021-22
Subjects
Standards Waterloo Station South Western Railway (2017-25) Coronavirus Epsom
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk