I know that he has raised that matter at a public meeting. Consultation continues and no decision has yet been taken. I am told that there are operational problems in increasing the frequency and achieving the right mix of stations. Gentleman probably understands that better than I do, because of his meetings with the train company. No decision has been taken as to whether the trains would run into Victoria or London Bridge if their frequency were increased.
Problems occur if they try to go to both, as the hon.
I hope that he will continue to discuss that matter with the train company and consider carefully what is in his constituents' interests. I understand that change to their travel arrangements can be upsetting, but increased frequency might bring benefits that they do not fully appreciate at the moment. It is clear that the constituents who have contacted me are unhappy with the current proposals. I can assure the hon. Gentleman that service provision will be based on existing passenger service requirements, which provide a specified minimum service level.