§ Mr. Geoffrey Lloydasked the Minister of Transport what procedure she proposes for consultation with local authorities before designating the area of the proposed West Midlands Passengers Transport Authority; and whether this procedure will include the right of an objecting local authority to a public inquiry.
§ Mrs. CastleI shall be publishing full details of my proposals for Passenger Transport Authorities, including procedures for consultation, in a White Paper in good time before I introduce legislation next session.