§ Mr. ChidgeyTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport what were the total costs incurred by the British Railways Board in the privatisation process in 1996–97 to date. [15400]
§ Mr. WattsDetails of the costs incurred by the British Railways Board in the privatisation process are a matter for the board itself. However, I understand from the board that up to 4 January 1997 the total costs incurred in 1996–97 were £40 million.