HC Deb 02 July 2002 vol 388 c200W
15. Mr. Burstow

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport if he will make a statement on incidences of trespass and vandalism on the railways. [63729]

Mr. Jamieson

Trespass and vandalism is a serious problem for the railways.

It is very disappointing that over half of all train incidents are due to vandalism. The Government are pleased that all sections of the rail industry recently came together in the National Route Crime Group to examine and promote ways of tackling trespass and vandalism on the railways.