HC Deb 22 July 1969 vol 787 cc350-1W
68. Mr. Edward M. Taylor

asked the Minister of Transport how many vessels British Railways have purchased since 1948; and how many have been purchased from British shipyards.

Mr. Marsh

Since 1948, British Railways and subsidiary undertakings have taken delivery of, or have on order at present, 72 ships, of which 68 have been ordered from United Kingdom shipyards.

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