§ Mr. Gwynfor Evansasked the Minister of Transport whether, before reaching a decision on the future of the line, he will publish figures showing what was the average financial loss per route mile incurred in 1968–69 by the Central Wales line from Llanelli to Shrewsbury, how much of this loss was attributable to interest liability; and whether it took into account income from goods.
§ Mr. MarshNo. Estimated average financial loss per route mile is not a significant criterion in reaching a decision on a closure proposal as it takes no account of the use made of the line.
§ Mr. Hannanasked the Minister of Transport if he will give a general direction to British Railways that they shall publish the criteria observed by them in awarding contracts for new ships.