HC Deb 10 November 1971 vol 825 cc156-7W
46. Mr. Tom McMillan

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what is the total cost of the British Railways Board investment programme 1971–75; and how much of the cost will be borne by Her Majesty's Government.

Mr. Peyton

About £600 million. Grant contributions to the board's investment are expected to be of the order of £200 million.