Cumbria has lost out on its bid to become the location for the Great British Railways headquarters.
Carlisle has been named as one 36 runners-up as the final shortlist has been revealed.
The Government launched a competition to find a home in the north of England for the organisation which will take over as the single accountable governing body for Britain’s railways.
Carlisle City Council was among 42 local authorities to submit an expression of interest bid in March.
However, the final six locations have been revealed as Birmingham, Crewe, Derby, Doncaster, Newcastle and York. The winner will be chosen by public vote.
Carlisle MP John Stevenson said: “It is obviously disappointing this morning to hear that Carlisle has not made the shortlist for the Great British Railway HQ. Hopes were high as the city ticked yes to so many of the Department for Transport criteria.
“Meanwhile, well done to Carlisle City Council for an extremely credible and enthusiastic bid. Disappointment will not stop me championing, making the case and putting Carlisle forward for investment and development at every opportunity.”
