Motion NDM7195 Rhun ap Iorwerth

To propose that the National Assembly for Wales:

1. Notes the recommendation of the Enterprise and Business Committee of the Fourth Assembly in 2013 that the Welsh Government should 'develop and publish a rolling stock strategy as a matter of urgency, not only to ensure pressing decisions on rolling stock compatibility for electrification and accessibility legislation are taken in good time to avoid the increased cost and disruption associated with delay, but also to enhance the future capacity and quality of trains for the long-term'.

2. Regrets the Welsh Government's failure:

a) to take appropriate action to address the issues highlighted as long ago as 2013 in relation to rolling stock;

b) to meet the persons with reduced mobility (PRM) compliance deadline in relation to its rolling stock;

c) to make a timely request to the UK Government's Department for Transport for the requisite dispensation to keep non-PRM compliant trains in service from January 2020.

3. Expresses concern at the ongoing disruption experienced by many Transport for Wales rail passengers on a daily basis.

4. Calls on the Welsh Government to give assurance that it has contingency plans in place to mitigate the potential loss of a large proportion of its fleet.