§ Mrs. DunwoodyTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport what procedures his Department has put in place to ensure that the research currently being undertaken by British Rail on the effects of driver fatigue will be disseminated to all rail operating companies. [1435]
§ Mr. WattsThis is a matter for British Rail and the Health and Safety Executive. BR will be disseminating the information to the train operating companies which are under BR's ownership at the time the study report is issued. BR has undertaken to convey any findings which have a significance for safety to other train operators.
HSE is aware of the project and will be discussing the results with BR and the researcher. HSE will ensure that any implications for safety are drawn to the attention of those operators which need to be made aware of the results.