HC Deb 05 March 1930 vol 236 cc432-3
66. Mr. HACKING

asked the Minister of Transport if he will state the number of gas-lit and electrically illuminated coaches at present in use on British railways; and how those numbers correspond with the position 12 months ago?

Mr. HERBERT MORRISON

I am sending my hon. Friend a copy of a report which contains the information he desires, so far as it relates to the position at the end of 1928. I am not yet able to give complete figures for a later period, but propose to publish them in due course in the annual Railway Returns.

Mr. HACKING

Has much progress been made in this desirable direction?

Mr. MORRISON

Some progress has been made and is continuing to be made.

Mr. HACKING

Will the hon. Gentleman use his influence with the railway companies to carry on the work of electric lighting?

Mr. MORRISON

That has been and will be done so far as it legitimately can be done.

Viscountess ASTOR

Will the hon. Gentleman look into the case of the trains between here and Plymouth? Many of them are very badly lit and it is detrimental to the eyesight.

Mr. MORRISON

I shall be delighted to do anything that is conducive to the Noble Lady's comfort.