HC Deb 07 May 1975 vol 891 c449W
47. Mr. Jessel

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will seek powers to prevent persons who have been convicted of drug or drink offences from serving as drivers or guards on trains.

Mr. Carmichael

No. This is a matter for the appropriate railway management to decide, since they, and not the Government, are responsible for the safety and efficiency of their undertakings and for the terms of service of their employees.