§ Mr. Warrenasked the Secretary of State for Transport whether he is ready to make an announcement on the future of the Tonbridge to Hastings line.
§ Mr. David HowellAs I have made clear, the Government are prepared to approve a substantial new 73W investment in the Tonbridge-Hastings line, leading to a continued and improved through service on the London-Tonbridge-Hastings route.
The type of equipment to be used has yet to be settled; when it is I shall make an announcement.