Decision - Rail South

1)            That members of the Board support the proposal to develop a “Rail South” model as a workstream under the emerging Sub National Transport Body, Transport for South East

2)            That  the Board use their positions on the Shadow Board of SNTB Transport for the South East to ensure;

·         The development of a Rail Strategy as part of the SNTB Transport Strategy

·         The prioritisation of Brighton Main Line Upgrade project by Network Rail early in the next Control Period (CP6: 2019-2024)

·         The promotion of other rail improvements including those east to west and regional connections including those centred on Lewes – Uckfield, and connecting the Region to other areas of the South East including Heathrow.