§ Mr. HoyleTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport what recent representations he has received for direct links to the Channel Tunnel from the north-west for(a) passenger trains and (b) freight trains. [84058]
§ Mr. JamiesonMy Department receives representations from time to time about the development of passenger rail links to the Channel Tunnel. We are also considering proposals by Central Railway to construct and operate a dedicated freight link between Liverpool and northern France. We have received the Strategic Rail Authority's advice on this proposal and will respond to Central Railway in due course.