HC Deb 28 July 1971 vol 822 cc105-6W
49. Mr. Dempsey

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will list the special steps which will be taken to ensure the safety of electric trains travelling at speeds of 100 miles per hour.

Mr. Peyton

The safety of operation of the railways is the responsibility of the British Railways Board, but no special steps are required to ensure safety at speeds of 100 miles per hour provided that the signal spacing is sufficient and the line fitted with the Automatic Warning System.