§ Mr. ColvinTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions if he will encourage rail operators to sign the voluntary code of practice relating to the promotion of cycling. [5806]
§ Ms Glenda JacksonI was delighted to have the opportunity to encourage operators to adopt the voluntary code of practice,Providing for Cyclists, when I spoke at the ceremony to announce it. The code is fully consistent with the Government's desire to see proper facilities for cyclists who wish to use the railway. We are currently reviewing the Franchising Director's Objectives, Instructions and Guidance and, as part of our review, we will be considering whether the Franchising Director should take further action to encourage increased provision for the carriage of cycles on trains.