HC Deb 07 November 1979 vol 973 cc196-7W
22. Mr. Marlow

asked the Minister of Transport what proposals he has with regard to the Channel tunnel.

Mr. Fowler

The Railways Board has put to me a preliminary study of a cross-Channel rail tunnel. Together with French Railways it is now preparing more detailed proposals. In the meantime I have asked Sir Alec Cairncross to advise me on the economic aspect of the BR proposal.

42. Mr. Costain

asked the Minister of Transport whether the terms of reference he has given to the consultants appointed to advise him on the British Railways new Channel tunnel proposals allow them to consult the local authorities, trade organisations, trade unions, and other interested bodies.

Mr. Fowler

I have appointed Sir Alec Cairncross to advise me on the economic aspects. He will certainly be free to consult whoever might help him in this.

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