HC Deb 10 March 1998 vol 308 c98W
Sir Raymond Powell

To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions what discussions he has had with Rail Property Ltd in respect of land within its ownership which could be used for future rail freight terminals. [33696]

Ms Glenda Jackson

My right hon. Friend the Secretary of State discussed property in British Rail (BR) ownership with the Chairman of the BR Board soon after taking office. Officials discuss with Rail Property Ltd. (RPL) any such sites which are brought to their attention as having possible future rail freight use. RPL informs Railtrack and industry members of such sites available for sale.