HC Deb 03 July 1995 vol 263 c49W
26. Mr. Khabra

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport what assessment is made of the reduction in airborne pollution when constructing a rail link. [30143]

Mr. Norris

Under standing orders relating to private and hybrid Bills and Transport and Works Act procedures, promoters of new rail links must prepare an environmental statement. This must include an assessment of any likely significant direct or indirect effects on air quality arising from the scheme.

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