§ Mr. Nottasked the Minister of Transport whether he is aware that substantial quantities of liquid helium are being transported in the guard's van of passenger trains travelling from the West Country; whether he is satisfied that this practice is in accord with regulations of British Railways; and if he will make a statement.
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§ Mr. SwinglerThe statutory responsibility for the transport by rail of dangerous goods rests with the British Railways Board who lay down regulations and conditions for their acceptance and carriage. The Railways Board assure us that liquid helium is only conveyed in approved packaging and that no undue risk is involved.