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Railways: Eastbourne

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether she plans to reintroduce a direct train service between Eastbourne and London Bridge.

answeredDepartment for Transport

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Answering body
Department for Transport
Tabled
30 Jun 2025
Target answer date
3 Jul 2025
Answer
3 Jul 2025 · 3 calendar days after tabling

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  1. 30 Jun 2025

    Question tabled

    To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether she plans to reintroduce a direct train service between Eastbourne and London Bridge.

  2. 3 Jul 2025

    Target answer date

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  3. 3 Jul 2025

    Answer published

    Operators must make the best use of train paths when planning their timetables to meet current and future demand, while ensuring value for the taxpayer. Govia Thameslink Railway is currently engaging with stakeholders and actively developing proposals for...

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Official data retrieved 28 Sept 2026.

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