9. 8. Debate on the Economy, Infrastructure and Skills Committee Report: ‘On the right track? The Rail Franchise and South Wales Metro’

Part of the debate – in the Senedd at 2:42 pm on 27 September 2017.

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Photo of Mr Simon Thomas Mr Simon Thomas Plaid Cymru 2:42, 27 September 2017

I’m grateful to him for giving way. I know we are discussing a report that he’s already produced, but I was also aware of the evidence taken in the committee this morning. It seems that it is not resolved yet as to whether the franchise powers will be devolved in time for the agreement to be made. Is he content that an agency agreement is sufficient cover for both the Welsh Government and the Welsh taxpayer, to ensure that this franchise arrangement is strong enough?