Re SP3 f. (Promote and support the expansion of the knowledge based economy in the District), the success of this policy will depend significantly on transport by train. Workers in the knowledge economy will require frequent fast train services to London and Cambridge, throughout the day and not just at peak times. Many will need to commute at peak times to jobs outside the district, and others will need to commute outside of peak times to accommodate flexible working (e.g. to manage childcare). Those with jobs in the district will need to travel to major centres in the knowledge economy, e.g., London, Cambridge or Stevenage, for purposes such as business development or training. At present the train operator, Govia, is consulting on timetable amendments which would significantly reduce the frequency of fast trains to London. This should be opposed in order to help ensure the success of SP3 and SP3 f. in particular.