HL Deb 18 July 2001 vol 626 c131WA
Lord Lester of Herne Hill

asked Her Majesty's Government:

What provision is made in their plans for the renewal of London Underground to replace rolling stock within the next 10 years. [HL276]

Lord Falconer of Thoroton

The plans for the modernisation of the Underground provide a comprehensive package to renew the whole of the Underground's infrastructure, including track, trains, signalling and stations. The detailed provisions are a matter for London Underground. We understand, however, that work has been prioritised to deliver an improved service to passengers as quickly and efficiently as possible. As part of that, all Victoria Line trains will be replaced from 2007; and during the course of the contract all trains on every line, including the 40 per cent of the fleet built within the last eight years, will either be replaced or refurbished.