Statutory guidance

Railways: guidance to the Office of Rail and Road

Secretary of State for Transport's guidance to the Office of Rail and Road stating his objectives and approaches for the railways.

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This document explains the objectives and approach of the Secretary of State for Transport with regard to England’s and Wales’ railways.

The guidance covers the issues of:

  • safety
  • valuing passengers
  • reform
  • value for money and investment
  • stability and standards
  • access, charges and competition
  • stations
  • rail freight
  • HS2

It was sent to the Office of Rail and Road.

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Published 20 July 2017

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