HC Deb 05 October 1931 vol 257 c805
61. Mr. DAY

asked the Minister of Transport what reply was made to the Railway Companies' Association in reply to their communication relating to the electrification of main-line railways?

The PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARY to the MINISTRY of TRANSPORT (Mr. Gillett)

After receiving the communication referred to, my right hon. Friend the late Minister of Transport discussed the whole question with representatives of the Railway Companies' Association and it was arranged that the companies would continue their investigations into the advantages of railway electrification.

Mr. DAY

Can the hon. Gentleman say whether any decision was come to as to carrying on?

Mr. GILLETT

I am afraid not.