HC Deb 15 November 1972 vol 846 c131W
51. Mr. Gwynoro Jones

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will make a statement on the future rail pattern for Wales.

Mr. Peyton

Not until the rail policy review is completed.

Mr. Elystan Morgan

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what is the total mileage of track, and the total annual sum currently being paid by way of grants under the Transport Act, 1968, on account of loss-making railways in Wales.

Mr. Peyton

Approximately 810 route miles and £4.7 million.