§ Mr. WareingTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport what recent reports he has received in respect of safety failings on the west coast main line; and if he will make a statement. [9291]
§ Mr. WattsMy right hon. Friend has received no general reports indicating safety failings on the west coast main line. The Health and Safety Executive has received specific reports on derailments at Camden on 14 December and Euston station on 20 December 1995. These incidents are being investigated by the Health and Safety Executive's railway inspectorate. The inspectorate is also following up a number of claims about the condition of the west coast main line made by individuals.
HM railway inspectorate will continue its independent monitoring and investigation of railway safety to ensure that safety standards are maintained on the west coast main line.