HC Deb 23 January 1995 vol 253 c58W
Mr. Dafis

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport what plans he has to ensure the transport of opencast coal by rail rather than road.

Mr. Watts

It is for local authorities to consider the use of rail and other alternatives to road when appraising planning applications for opencast coal extraction. The Government provide grants for the use of rail for freight where justified by environmental and other benefits.

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