HC Deb 12 February 1992 vol 203 c512W
Mr. Peter Bottomley

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport when he last approved new British Rail rolling stock that was inaccessible to wheelchair users.

Mr. Freeman

There is currently no statutory requirement for the Secretary of State to approve new British Rail rolling stock. Powers are being sought in the Transport and Works Bill currently before the House. Modern rolling stock approved by HM railway inspectorate under voluntary arrangements with British Rail, since 1989, is accessible to wheelchair users.

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