Today (5 November 2025), we have introduced the Railways Bill to Parliament. This landmark legislation is a significant milestone in our journey to modernise and improve rail services across the United Kingdom, delivering a more integrated, accountable and passenger-focused railway.

Throughout the development of this bill, I have greatly valued the positive and constructive engagement between UK government, Welsh Government and Transport for Wales officials, which has been supported by the strong inter-ministerial relationship between UK and Welsh ministers. Our ministerial discussions have been both productive and forward-looking. We are committed to the UK and Welsh Governments’ shared ambition to establish a clear set of joint objectives, understanding of the governance and manag

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