§ 18. Mr. Hector Hughesasked the Minister of War Transport what steps he proposes to take to expedite and rationalise commercial transport between Aberdeen and the South of England.
§ Mr. BarnesI am not aware of any special difficulties in connection with commercial transport between Aberdeen and the South of England, but if my hon. Friend will let me have further particulars of what he has in mind, I will consider them.
§ Mr. HughesDoes the right hon. Gentleman realise that Aberdeen's geographical position makes first-rate transport by road, rail and sea essential for carrying its merchandise to the thickly populated districts in the South of this island?
§ Mr. BarnesI am afraid I cannot move the geographical position of Aberdeen, but if there are any matters of organisation in connection with transport difficulties, I will look into the matter.
§ Mr. HughesWill the right hon. Gentleman realise that I am not asking him to deal with the geographical situation of Aberdeen, but with the transport from that city to thickly populated areas in the South of England?
§ Mr. BarnesIf the hon. Member will submit to me the problem he has in mind, I will endeavour to deal with it.
§ Sir Ronald RossIs not the financial aspect very appropriate?