§ Mr. Dalyellasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what use has been made of the powers under the Local Employment Act 1972 to assist investment in railway infrastructure on a regional development basis, and to provide investment in private sidings in development areas; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. PeytonGrant has been made to reconstruct a private rail link in Yorkshire. I am prepared to consider any other proposals which may be put to me under the terms of the Act.