HC Deb 01 December 1925 vol 188 cc2041-2
63. Mr. W. BAKER

asked the Minister of Transport whether he is aware that certain trains on the Great Western Railway stop at stations to pick up first-class passengers only; and whether he will take steps to put an end to such discrimination?

Colonel ASHLEY

I understand that in certain cases the railway company are prepared to stop fast trains at places at which they are not booked to make a regular stop, on notice being given by first-class passengers. The practice is one within the commercial discretion of the company.

Mr. BAKER

Will the right hon. Gentleman give the same facilities for third-class passengers?

Colonel ASHLEY

If any body of traders or passengers feel they are wronged their remedy is to apply to the Railway and Canal Commissioners.

Mr. STEPHEN

Will the right hon. Gentleman consider the introduction of a prosecution against the railway company for increasing by its action the class war?

Mr. MONTAGUE

Will the right hon. Gentleman say why it is necessary that express trains on this line should stop so frequently at Badminton?

Mr. BECKETT

Will the right hon. Gentleman arrange with the railway company to have a supply of the Home Secretary's castor oil?