§ 76. Mr. STURROCKasked the Minister of Transport whether, before making a final decision in regard to increasing railway passengers' fares, he will cause inquiry to be made into the costs of operating the present system of frequently examining season tickets, with a view to cutting down expenses?
§ The PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARY to the MINISTRY of TRANSPORT (Mr. Neal)Before any increase is made in railway passengers' fares the subject will be referred to the Rates Advisory Committee, who will, I am sure, consider all questions relevant thereto. The systematic examination of tickets results in the collection of a considerable revenue, which the companies would otherwise lose.
§ Mr. LAMBERTBefore any increase in railway fares, or any action is taken by the Government to increase the working expenses of the railways, will the House itself be consulted?