§ 16. Mr. DonohoeTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland when he will next meet the Scottish director of British Rail (ScotRail) to discuss the job implications for Scotland of future decisions on the west coast main line.
§ Lord James Douglas-HamiltonRegular contact is maintained with British Rail by Scottish Office Ministers and officials. Such contacts cover a wide range of topics relating to rail services in Scotland.
§ 25. Mr. ThurnhamTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what representations he has received about the British Rail main line coast services; and if he will make a statement.
§ Lord James Douglas-HamiltonMy right hon. Friend has received a small number of representations about rail166W services on the west coast main line. Responsibility for railway matters however lies with my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Transport. The detailed operation of the railways, including the precise level of services to be offered on individual lines, is a matter for British Rail.