The future of sleeper services between Scotland and London is set to be decided today, when transport minister Jenny Gilruth makes a statement to the Scottish Parliament.
The government decided last year not to extend or renew Serco’s contract to operate the Sleeper, which expires on 23 June.
On 5 October Jenny Gilruth said: ‘Serco Caledonian Sleepers Limited has been advised that its proposal to rebase the Franchise Agreement with Scottish Ministers has been rejected on the grounds of not representing value for money to the public.
‘Additionally, I can confirm that a notice was served today which confirms that the Scottish Ministers will terminate the Franchise Agreement with Serco Caledonian Sleepers Limited on 25 June 2023.
‘Work is underway to determine arrangements for the continued provision of Caledonian Sleeper rail services. It is worth noting that Serco Caledonian Sleepers Limited has, broadly, delivered well and significantly improved Caledonian Sleeper services over the last 7 years.’
The statement is due after 14.00 today.