Section 17 and 18 - new track access contracts
In line with the Industry code of practice and the review of our criteria and procedures, Network Rail has now assumed responsibility for consulting on the majority of proposed new contracts and amendments. Accordingly, please check Network Rail's consultation webpages (select Track Access) as well as our own when looking for details of current consultations.
Applications under sections 17/18, relating to the proposed new Track Access Contract for West Coast Trains Limited can be seen at West Coast Trains TAC.
| TOC / FOC | Section | Date consultation closes | Links to documents |
| Grand Northern | 17 | 27 May 2008 |
Application form
Draft contract |
| Transport for London | 18 | 8 May 2008 |
Application form Draft agreement Appendix 1: Model vs. NLR table of differences Appendix 2: Draft contract comparison with model contract Appendix 3: Log of issues from pre-application stakeholder consultation Appendix 4: Business case (not published) Appendix 5: NR/TfL side letters relating to proving period Appendix 6: TfL’s economic justification for TAO Appendix 7: Rolling stock capacity Appendix 8: NLR station improvements Appendix 9: TfL’s view on NLRIP contribution to freight growth Appendix 10: Feasibility timetable and performance modelling information Appendix 11: Crossrail Interface Studies Appendix 12: NLRIP works/track layout Appendix 13: High-level maintenance strategy Appendix 14: TfL paper “Fit with ORR’s statutory duties and compliance with ORR policy" |
| Fastline Limited (Yellow Plant) | 18 | Closed |
Application form
Draft agreement |
