§ 10. Mr. Flanneryasked the Secretary of State for Transport if he has discussed with the chairman of British Railways the preservation of the Settle-Carlisle railway line; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. David MitchellIt would be premature to discuss the detailed case for retaining this line in advance of receiving either BR's financial case or the TUCC's report. I expect to receive both documents before the end of the year.