HC Deb 13 May 1969 vol 783 cc1194-5
3. Mr. Arthur Pearson

asked the Secretary of State for Wales what further steps are planned in establishing transport passenger boards in South Wales; and if he will make a statement.

The Minister of State, Welsh Office (Mrs. Eirene White)

My right hon. Friend has asked the Passenger Transport Co-ordinating Committee for Wales to undertake a detailed study of public passenger transport in South-East Wales and to consider whether there is a need to establish a passenger transport authority for the area.

Mr. Pearson

When will greater urgency be shown in overcoming the present wasteful passenger transport set-up in South-Wales, especially South-East Wales?

Mrs. White

I am sure that my hon. Friend will agree that it would be unwise to give such an undertaking without a full study in the first place.

Mr. Pearson

Push ahead.