§ 13. Mr. Corfieldasked the Minister of Transport to what extent regional economic planning councils are consulted with regard to the proposals for the closure of passenger railway stations, freight depots, and other rail services; and if she will make a statement.
§ Mr. John MorrisMy right hon. Friend seeks the views of the regional economic planning councils on all proposals put to her for the withdrawal of passenger services from any line or station. Freight depots and services fall entirely within the responsibility of the Railways Board, but the Chairman has agreed to let the Councils have general information from time to time about their plans for freight services, both nationally and within their Regions.
§ 82. Mr. Dobsonasked the Minister of Transport whether she will give a general direction to British Railways to consult with regional economic planning councils before making proposals to withdraw rail freight services.
§ Mrs. CastleNo. Responsibility for freight services and facilities rests with the Railways Board, but the Chairman has agreed to let the Councils have general information from time to time about its plans for freight both nationally and within their Regions.