HC Deb 23 February 1984 vol 54 c619W
Mr. Dalyell

asked the Secretary of State for Transport what conveniently available figures he has as to the number of miles of British Rail track that have been electrified since May 1979.

Mr. David Mitchell

British Rail has electrified 245 track miles since May 1979. In addition, the Government have also approved the electrification of further services.