Request ID: FOI-2651-2324 Date published: 16 November 2023
You asked
Dear TfL,
Thank you for that information.
Further to my previous FOI request (attached below), please provide the following:
A copy of the entirety of the agreement between TfL and the DfT, outlining TfL's obligation to run "semi fast" services of this nature - including the expiry date of this agreement, the requirements with which these "semi-fast" services must comply, and the procedure for making alterations to the agreement.
The latest copy of the full contract awarded to MTR to provide a train service on the Elizabeth line.
The threshold for awarding compensation (in addition to a refund) to delayed passengers, for delays on the Elizabeth line.
Thanks,
We answered
TfL Ref: FOI-2651-2324
Thank you for your request received by Transport for London (TfL) on24 October 2023 asking for information about the Elizabeth line.
Your request has been considered in accordance with the requirements of the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act and our information access policy. I can confirm that we do hold the information you require. Specifically you asked:
“A copy of the entirety of the agreement between TfL and the DfT, outlining TfL's obligation to run "semi fast" services of this nature - including the expiry date of this agreement, the requirements with which these "semi-fast" services must comply, and the procedure for making alterations to the agreement.
TfL’s obligation to maintain the Crossrail services is contained in the Sponsors Agreement between TfL and the Secretary of State. Please see a copy of the agreement available on the National Archives’ website using the following link:
In accordance with section 21 of the FOI Act, we are not obliged to supply you with a copy of the requested informationas this information is already accessible to you elsewhere.
If this is not the information you are looking for, or if you are unable to access it for any reason, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Please see the attached information sheet for details of your right to appeal.
Yours sincerely,
Mary Abidakun FOI Case Officer FOI Case Management Team General Counsel Transport for London
