§ Mr. Parkerasked the Minister of Transport whether he is aware that the recent restriction of services has led to even further overcrowding on the London suburban railways, particularly that to Romford and Brentwood; and whether he will take steps either to replace all first-class compartments on these lines by third-class or to authorise third-class passengers to use first-class compartments without extra charge when there is insufficient accommodation?
§ Captain WallaceI am aware that the curtailment of normal railway services has caused inconvenience to the public, but every effort is being made to give the best services possible in existing circumstances. In regard to first-class compartments, I cannot add to the reply which I gave to the hon. Member for Deptford (Mr. W. H. Green) on 20th September.