§ 70. Mr. Atkinsasked the Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation, whether he 114W is satisfied that his regulations for the safety of passengers on the London Underground are adequate during the present period of fuel shortage which greatly increases the numbers of passengers travelling at peak periods; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. WatkinsonI am satisfied that my requirements, which govern the construction of underground railways and their rolling stock, are adequate. Otherwise I have no regulations, and responsibility for the safety of passengers under all conditions rests with the British Transport Commission. I am satisfied that this reponsibility is properly fulfilled.