§ Mr. Carmichaelasked the Minister of Transport if he is aware that Glasgow Corporation have been in communication with the Ministry of Transport and the British Transport Commission since September, 1948, requesting a meeting to discuss the future utilisation of local railway services in the Glasgow district and surrounding areas, particularly as regards the possibility of such services being electrified; that consultations with other local authorities in connection with the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act, 1947, are being delayed pending the meetings between Glasgow Corporation, the Ministry of Transport and the British Transport Commission; and, in view of these considerations, if he will take steps to expedite the proposed meeting.
§ Mr. BarnesI regret the delay which has taken place. A reply will be forwarded shortly.