§ Sir Raymond PowellTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions what discussions he has held with Railtrack on the(a) sale of land and (b) retention of land for future rail freight terminals. [33672]
§ Ms Glenda JacksonMy right hon. Friend has met Railtrack on a number of occasions to discuss a variety of railway issues, including the sale of land and the need to encourage the development of the rail freight market. We are considering what measures are necessary to safeguard and further develop future rail freight opportunities as part of our integrated transport strategy.
§ Sir Raymond PowellTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions what obligations have been imposed on Railtrack to encourage rail freight. [33700]
§ Ms Glenda JacksonRailtrack's obligations to its freight customers are contained in track access contracts which are approved by the Rail Regulator.