Government questioned on plans for Great British Railways

During transport department questions today, Labour spokesperson Louise Haigh questioned the secretary of state Mark Harper about the government’s plans for Great British Railways.

Ms Haigh said: “It’s a simple question for the transport secretary. Will he bring forward legislation to establish great British Railways before the end of this Parliament, yes or no?”.

Mr Harper responded: “I thought her policy was to nationalise the rail industry and take it away from investors. So I think people have noted that with great interest”.