HC Deb 22 May 1981 vol 5 c202W
Mrs. Dunwoody

asked the Secretary of State for Transport whether, in view of the fact that British Railways' workshops are about to begin a four-day working week, he will now announce his decision in relation to the modernisation programme of British Railways.

Mr. Fowler

I am at present studying the Railways Board's corporate plan 1981–85, which bids for substantial increases in investment above present levels. I am also studying the findings of the joint British Railways Board—Department of Transport review of future main line electrification. I will make a statement as soon as possible.

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