HC Deb 12 May 1919 vol 115 c1312
14. Colonel THORNE

asked the President of the Board of Trade if he will make representations to the manager of the Midland Railway Company with a view to running more trains from Barking to Fenchurch Street, with a view to relieving the overcrowding which takes place on the District Railway?

Sir A. GEDDES

I am asking the Midland Railway Company whether any steps could be taken in the direction suggested, and I will write to the hon. and gallant. Gentleman on receipt of their reply.