HC Deb 01 June 1932 vol 266 cc1152-3
22. Major NATHAN

asked the Minister of Transport the position as to the projected electric railways from Liverpool Street via Bethnal Green to Ilford and beyond?

The MINISTER of TRANSPORT (Mr. Pybus)

I am not in a position to add anything to the reply which I gave to the question on this subject asked by the hon. and gallant Member on the 18th November last, of which I am sending him a copy.

Major NATHAN

In view of the fact that the hon. Gentleman has just stated that it is contingent upon the passing of the London Passenger Transport Bill, may I ask him if he can give any indication as to whether that Bill is likely to be passed?

Mr. PYBUS

I understand that a statement is to be made on that subject to-morrow.

Mr. THORNE

Is the Minister aware of the excessive overcrowding on this line; and would not that overcrowding be obviated if the line were electrified?