§ Mr. MoateTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport what progress there has been towards approving investment in the new Networker express rolling stock for the Kent coast services of British Rail.
§ Mr. RifkindInvestment priorities are a matter for British Rail. It has recently submitted a strategy document for this rolling stock to my Department. My officials are discussing it with the board. More work needs to be done by BR before a formal investment case can be presented.