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Bill · started in the Commons

Railways Bill

A Bill to require the Secretary of State to assume control of passenger rail franchises when they come up for renewal; and for connected purposes.

In progress Current stage: 2nd reading (Commons)

The story so farThe Railways Bill was introduced in the House of Commons on 26 June 2013 by Caroline Lucas (Green Party). It is now at second reading in the House of Commons. Second reading is the first debate on the overall principle of the bill; if the bill clears it, detailed committee scrutiny follows.

Progress through Parliament

  1. 1st reading Commons 26 Jun 2013
  2. 2nd reading Commons Current

Source: the official bill page. Last updated 15 May 2014.