HC Deb 26 February 1992 vol 204 cc529-30W
30. Mr. Beggs

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what application he has received for support for the reinstatement of direct rail links between Dumfries and Stranraer; and if he will make a statement.

Lord James Douglas-Hamilton

My right hon. Friend has received representations seeking support, in principle, for the restoration of the railway line between Dumfries and Stranraer. Investment in railways is, however, a matter for British Rail. I understand that British Rail do not consider that this particular project could be economically or financially justified in the foreseeable future.

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