Section 25A: Prohibition on franchise extensions and new franchises

Railways Act 1993 · 1993 c. 43View on legislation.gov.uk

Part I: The Provision of Railway Services

The franchise term in relation to a franchise agreement may not be extended except in accordance with section 30A (temporary continuation of existing franchises).

The Secretary of State may not enter into a franchise agreement except in accordance with section 30A.

The Welsh Ministers and the Scottish Ministers may not enter into a franchise agreement.

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