[holding answer 29 February 2008]: The number of vehicles which have entered service since 2004 are as follows:
Number 2004 1,360 2005 710 2006 210 2007 15
We do not hold the numbers which were removed from service as this number constantly changes depending on the commercial deals made by the Train Operating Companies (TOCs). However, I would point out that there is very little useable stock available and the Department’s High Level Output Specification (HLOS) is about growing capacity of the network. The numbers which are expected to enter service will depend on the vehicle delivery profile which is agreed with the manufacturer at contract signature.