Rail Transport and Economic Growth

Part of Transport – in the House of Commons at on 12 February 2026.

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Photo of Rachel Hopkins Rachel Hopkins Labour, Luton South and South Bedfordshire

Exciting infrastructure projects are under way in Luton South and South Bedfordshire and in the wider region, including the expansion of Luton airport, Universal Studios and the new town at Tempsford. These projects will provide thousands of construction jobs and apprenticeship opportunities for our young people. As we mark National Apprenticeship Week and accelerate support for young people in accessing high-quality jobs, what work is the Department doing to ensure that our transport network is interconnected and can support that economic growth, particularly for young people who cannot drive?