§ Mr. Stephen Rossasked the Secretary of State for the Environment whether the grants available under Section 8 of the Railways Act 1974 cover financial assistance with the restoration and repair of bridges and viaducts.
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§ Dr. GilbertYes. Provided always that the conditions set out in the booklet "Rail Freight Facilities—Memorandum of explanation and notes for Guidance of applicants", a copy of which is available in the Library, are met, capital expenditure on the restoration of bridges and viaducts could be eligible for grant.