The CMA responded to the consultation on proposed policies to be included in the forthcoming Railways Bill, led by the Department for Transport.

Our response recaps previous advice on competition in ticket retailing, with emphasis on the importance of effective market design in supporting investment and innovation in this sector. We then set out the potential merits of considering passenger outcomes in Great British Rail’s Access and Use policy.

Our response also extends an ongoing offer of advisory support as the UK government takes forwards its reforms in the sector.

For questions about our response, contact the CMA advocacy team at advocacy@cma.gov.uk.