HC Deb 08 February 1999 vol 325 cc5-6W
Mr. Baker

To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions what is his policy in respect of the creation of an Outer London orbital rail link; and if he will make a statement. [69819]

Ms Glenda Jackson

The Government welcome any viable proposals which might contribute towards a better, more integrated public transport system. Railtrack is responsible for stewardship of the rail network. It will set out its plans for the maintenance, renewal and enhancement of the network in its next Network Management Statement, which is due to be published in March.