53. Mr. Max well-Hyslopasked the Minister of Transport how far she estimates that the liner train service will increase or reduce the railway deficit during the current year.
§ Mr. John MorrisIt would not be in the Board's commercial interest to give this information.
54 Mr. Edward M. Taylorasked the Minister of Transport when private road hauliers will be able to obtain open access to liner train terminals.
§ Mr. John MorrisAs soon as this can be negotiated.
§ Mr. John MorrisI would refer the hon. Member to the Answer given to the hon. Member for Glasgow, Cathcart (Mr. Edward M. Taylor) today.
§ Mr. Kershawasked the Minister of Transport what return on capital will be required before further investment is made in liner trains.
§ Mr. John MorrisMy right hon. Friend would normally expect to judge proposals for such further investment against the criterion of an 8 per cent. financial return before interest.