§ 49. Mr. Hayasked the Minister of Transport to what extent he proposes to introduce legislation to implement his new policy concerning closure of unremunerative railway lines.
§ Mr. SwinglerWe do not at present see any need for legislation, but if we find that a change in the law is necessary to implement our policy, we shall not hesitate to bring proposals before the House.
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§ 75. Mr. Costainasked the Minister of Transport whether, before agreeing to closures of branch lines of the railways, he will give consideration to these lines being operated as a tramway service.
§ Mr. T. FraserWhere I find that a passenger service meets certain needs which could be met in other ways only with difficulty or at appreciable cost, I will consider with the Railways Board the possibility of maintaining the minimum rail service which would meet those needs.