Question to the Department for Transport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, pursuant to the answer of 15 July 2026 to Question 16606 on Railways: Greater London, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of passing responsibility to the Mayor of London on services outside Greater London.

The Department is continuing to assess Transport for London’s (TfL) proposal for the devolution of Great Northern Inner services. In line with the principles set out in the Government’s English rail devolution applications guidance, proposals involving services that cross mayoral boundaries must consider the effects on passengers and the wider network, and include engagement with neighbouring authorities, passenger groups and other affected stakeholders.

The Secretary of State will determine whether devolution proposals should proceed, taking account of the business case, stakeholder views and the overall balance of benefits and risks.