Mr. RichardWainwright asked the Secretary of State for Industry how many accidents involving fatalities occurred on British Railways during the last 12 months; how many people lost their lives; and what percentage of the total number of passengers carried this figure represents.
§ Dr. GilbertI have been asked to reply.
Two train accidents, in which five passengers lost their lives. This represents less than a millionth of 1 per cent. of passenger journeys.