§ Mr. O'HaraTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions what plans he has to ensure improved standards of signalling on the rail network; and if he will make a statement. [17870]
§ Ms Glenda JacksonThe maintenance, renewal and modernisation of signalling equipment are the responsibility of Railtrack. Details of the company's signalling strategy are in its current Network Management Statement. A recent modification to Railtrack's network licence means that future statements will contain more details of investment plans, including signalling improvements.