§ Mr. Don FosterTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport, Local Government and the Regions what representations he has received regarding changes in the(a) role, (b) organisation and (c) structure of the Railway Inspectorate. [21057]
§ Mr. JamiesonThe Secretary of State has not directly received any representations for specific changes in the role, organisation or structure of HM Railway Inspectorate (HMRI). These would be matters for the Health and Safety Commission (HSC) and Health and Safety Executive (HSE) to consider in the context of the wider deployment of HSE resources. Lord Cullen's Inquiry report made recommendations to the HSC which affect HMRI.
§ Mr. Don FosterTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport, Local Government and the Regions what changes in the(a) role and (b) terms of reference of the Railway Inspectorate within his Department have taken place since 1997; what changes are planned; and what consultations on such changes have (i) taken place since June and (ii) are planned. [21024]
§ Mr. JamiesonThe role and remit of the Railway Inspectorate (HMRI) within the Health and Safety Executive has not changed. HMRI continues to fulfil its role in ensuring the proper control by duty holders of risks to the health and safety of employees, passengers and others who might be affected by the operation of Britain's railways. Lord Cullen's Inquiry report made recommendations to the Health and Safety Commission which affect HMRI.