§ Ms Glenda JacksonTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport how many trains speed restrictions imposed for a period of greater than six weeks are currently in place on the(a) London, Tilbury and Southend line, (b) Great Western line, (c) South West main line and South West suburban lines, (d) InterCity east coast main line, (e) Midland main line, (f) South London line and Sussex coast line and (g) Gatwick Express line, indicating the information also for spur lines; how long the restrictions have been in place; when the restrictions are due to be lifted; and what is the estimated cost of the works required to lift those restrictions. [11234]
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§ Mr. WattsRailtrack informs me that the number of all speed restrictions currently in place are(a) London, Tilbury and Southend Line: none; (b) Great Western Line: 16; (c) South West main line and suburban lines: four; (d) InterCity east coast main line: six; (e) Midland main line: two; (f) south London line and Sussex coast line: six; (g) Gatwick Express line: none.
Details of how long the restrictions have been in place, details of spur line restrictions, and estimated repair costs are not held centrally and can be obtained only at disproportionate cost. However, Railtrack confirms that repair time scales are in accordance with both operational requirements and Railtrack's rigorous safety standards.