§ Mr. McCrindleasked the Secretary of State for Transport if he has yet made a decision on the future of the Epping-Ongar section of the Central Line; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Newensasked the Secretary of State for Transport if he will make a statement on the future of the Epping-Ongar section of the Central Line in the light of proposals put forward by London Transport for closure.
§ Mr. Fowler[pursuant to his reply, 12 January 1981]: I am still considering London Transport's request for my consent to withdrawal of services on the Epping-Ongar section of the Central Line. I hope to reach a decision in February after taking account of all the relevant factors.