§ 71. Mr. W. THORNEasked the Minister of Transport if he is aware that over two years ago the London, Midland, and Scottish Railway Company promised to instal automatic signalling between the Bow Road and Barking Town stations, with a view of speeding up the train service; if he can state whether any of the work has been commenced; and, if not, will he take any action in the matter?
§ Colonel ASHLEYI am informed by the railway company that, owing to the difficulty they experienced for a considerable period last year in obtaining material, the carrying out of these alterations has been seriously delayed. The work is, however, being pressed forward, and the company hope to be able to bring the new signalling arrangements into use by the end of June this year.
§ Colonel ASHLEYThe improvement will be very much.