HC Deb 09 December 1986 vol 107 c131W
Mr. Gareth Wardell

asked the Secretary of State for Transport if his Department is currently undertaking or funding any research into the problem of bus transport of children; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. David Mitchell

My Department has a comprehensive programme of research into all aspects of the deregulation of local bus services, and this will cover any problems which arise with the transport of children.