HL Deb 23 June 1997 vol 580 c152WA
Lord Skelmersdale

asked Her Majesty's Government:

Further to the Written Answer by the Minister of State for Transport, Ms Jackson on 11 June (HC Deb., WA 476), whether they are contemplating changing the independent status of the Rail Regulator.

Baroness Hayman

We are examining all the options for making regulation of the rail industry more accountable and effective. We have taken no decisions.