Explanatory Notes

Railways Act 2005

2005 CHAPTER 14

7 April 2005

Commentary on Sections and Schedules

Part 4: Network Modifications etc.

Substitution services

Section 40: Substitute road services

147.This section gives the Secretary of State, the Scottish Ministers and the NAW the power to secure the provision of substitute bus services if a passenger rail service is temporarily interrupted or has been discontinued.