Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, with reference to the press release entitled Prime Minister announces seven new stations and major rail funding commitment, of 17 February 2026, whether that announcement forms part of the transport funding from the Spending Review.

At least £445 million has been set aside for rail improvements in Wales as part of the 2025 Spending Review and Infrastructure Strategy.

This investment marks the beginning of a long-term UK Government commitment, announced by the Prime Minister, to modernise Welsh railways.

The Prime Minister has pledged that the UK Government will collaborate with the Welsh Government to deliver all the projects outlined in Transport for Wales’ vision for rail across Wales and the Borders as quickly as possible.

Further UK Government funding allocations beyond the £445m already announced, will be confirmed at future Spending Reviews.