§ Mr. Arthur Lewisasked the Secretary of State for Transport when he last met the chairman of British Railways to discuss the effects of the rail drivers' dispute on the question of rostering; and whether he will make a statement.
§ Mr. David HowellI meet the chairman of BR frequently, and naturally we have discussed the implications of the recent dispute on a number of occasions. I expect we shall speak again when the Railway Staff National Tribunal has issued its report.