HC Deb 01 February 1973 vol 849 cc447-8W
Mr. Adley

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment at what distance the advanced passenger train is best able to operate, in relation to its ability to reach and sustain very high speed on standard British Rail track.

Mr. Peyton

This varies according to route conditions. Studies for the London-Manchester and London-Glasgow routes —189 miles and 401 miles respectively—indicate that the advanced passenger train would be profitable on these routes in competition with other existing or potential transport systems.

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