§ 33. Mr. Tony Banksasked the Secretary of State for Transport if his Department had discussions with London Regional Transport before it was decided to extend the practice of one-person operated trains.
§ Mrs. ChalkerThe former London Transport Executive, and the trade unions concerned, reached agreement in principle in 1983 to the extension of one person operation to the whole underground network in due course. The method and timing of its introduction on particular lines are matters for LRT in consultation with the trade unions as appropriate, and subject to the Railway Inspectorate's approval of any physical works and modifications to the rolling stock which may be necessary. The Department were kept informed of LRT's intention to extend one person operation to the east London line where it was introduced successfully on 20 May 1985.