§ 13. Mr. FavellTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport if he has now formulated a timetable for the privatisation of British Rail.
§ Mr. PortilloNo decision has been taken on privatisation. My right hon. Friend has made it clear that privatisation could not take place during the current Parliament, although the necessary studies are already in hand.
§ 21. Mr. SnapeTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport what representations he has received about proposals to privatise British Rail.
§ 51. Mr. HendersonTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport what representations he has received about proposals to privatise British Rail.
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§ Mr. PortilloA small number from interested organisations and from individuals.
§ 44. Mr. TredinnickTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport what recent discussions he has had concerning the possible privatisation of British Rail.
§ Mr. PortilloThe work which is currently being undertaken on the possible privatisation of British Rail has been discussed fully with British Rail. In addition a small number of representations has so far been received from interested organisations. My right hon. Friend expects to consult widely in due course if a decision is made to privatise.