HL Deb 31 January 2002 vol 631 c55WA
Lord Carlile of Berriew

asked Her Majesty's Government:

Whether they will require Railtrack to complete within a very short time the repairs to the railway line and bridge at Buttington near Welshpool, so as to restore two-way traffic on the affected trunk road. [HL2453]

Lord Falconer of Thoroton

I understand that the level crossing and track are not in need of repair but the road bridge across the River Severn requires strengthening to accommodate heavier vehicles. This is a matter for the Highway Authority, not Railtrack.