The future of cross -country rail services from Norwich to Liverpool, via Thetford has been secured. East Midland Trains has now extended its franchise agreement to 2018 and will continue to run the cross-country service.
Concerns had previously been raised that the agreement may cease, which would have resulted in the loss of the service, which links Norfolk to the west of the country.
Elizabeth Truss, MP for South West Norfolk was pleased that a deal had been struck. She said:
“The cross-country services provide a key rail route for residents in south west Norfolk. Not only does it allow for travel to the west of the country but also travelling via Peterborough offers the opportunity to connect to train services heading north and south.”
Also commenting on the Caroline Williams, Chief Executive of Norfolk Chamber said:
This route is critical rail link for our region and will help ensure that our economy is both accessible and competitive. Norfolk Chamber continues to lobby for improvements to our rail and road networks that will deliver growth for Norfolk and East Anglia.”
