§ Mr. Geoffrey Lloydasked the Minister of Transport when he expects to make a statement on the introduction of liner trains.
§ Mr. Tom FraserI discussed this subject in the context of general transport policy with the National Union of Railwaymen last week. The Union emphasised that they were not opposed to the introduction of liner trains, and that they looked forward to their operation later this year. Discussion of outstanding differences between the Railways Board and the Unions is continuing. I am sure that both sides will now make every effort to reach agreement very soon on these important proposals.