§ Mr. Hayesasked the Secretary of State for Transport what information he has as to how much British Rail has spent to date on the new Network SouthEast lines; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. David MitchellI understand that Network SouthEast has earmarked £13.4 million for Operation Pride in 1986–87. This will pay for more capacity to relieve overcrowding, more frequent train cleaning, a better service at telephone inquiry bureaux, and some modernisation of stations. In addition, NSE has completed some major projects this year, including three electrification schemes. A number of stations, notably Dorchester, Brighton, Faversham, Ealing Broadway and Andover, have been modernised.