HC Deb 02 February 1948 vol 446 c1450
10. Mrs. Leah Manning

asked the Minister of Transport when it is proposed to increase the number of trains on the Central Line to cope with the alarming increase of travellers due to the recent extension of the line.

Mr. Barnes

This is a matter for the British Transport Commission, and I am bringing my hon. Friend's Question to their attention.

Mrs. Manning

Is it proposed to shrug off every Question that is difficult? Has my right hon. Friend ever been on one of the Central Line stations during the peak hour? If so—and this has nothing to do with the Transport Commission—does he not consider that the conditions in which people have to travel to and from work are absolutely disgraceful, and a danger to life, limb, and the nervous systems of those who have to undergo journeys on this line?

Mr. Barnes

My reply was not given to avoid a difficulty. I am not in possession of the information which my hon. Friend needs, but I am satisfied that she will get from the Commission a full explanation of the difficulties and causes of this problem.

Mrs. Manning

I beg to give notice that I will raise the question of the Central Line extensions on the Adjournment, at the first opportunity.