HC Deb 31 March 1977 vol 929 c214W
Mr. Buchanan

asked the Secretary of State for Transport how many applications he has received for assistance under Section 8 of the Railway Act 1973 for private sidings; and how many applications have been approved.

Mr. Horam

Eighty applications have been received and dealt with as follows:

Approved 24
Refused 8
Withdrawn, deferred or not pursued 21
Under consideration:
(a) completed applications on which a decision is expected shortly 7
(b)applications at earlier stages of planning; evaluation of consultation about the completion of a case 20
Total 80