§ 41. Mr. Gordon MarsdenTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions what plans he has to encourage co-operation between Railtrack and train operating companies over infrastructure projects requiring major financial investment. [19436]
§ Dr. StrangRailtrack's licence now requires the company to consult train operators more fully on its investment plans. We have given the Franchising Director a remit to secure cost effective investment in the network. We are committed to establishing a new rail authority, with stronger powers to promote investment.