§ 23. Mr. SutcliffeTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions what action he has taken to improve the condition of railway bridges. [82803]
§ Dr. ReidAll bridges carrying trunk roads over railways are fit to carry 40 tonne lorries. DETR is continuing to liaise with Railtrack and local authorities to ensure that any necessary strengthening work on bridges carrying local authority roads is completed with a minimum of disruption to road users.