HC Deb 20 July 2001 vol 372 cc517-8W
Mr. Don Foster

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, Local Government and the Regions what measures he is taking to improve real time information for passengers on Britain's railways; and if he will make a statement. [4878]

Mr. Jamieson

We are working with transport operators, public authorities and technology providers to improve travel information on all modes. Transport Direct, a programme described in the 10 Year Transport Plan, includes real-time train operating information by 2003.

Rai1track are currently developing a "Real Time Train Movements" system, at the behest of the Association of Train Operating Companies which could feed information to all who need it. The Strategic Rail Authority are currently considering what resources they have to contribute to the funding of the system.