Rail Freight (Hansard, 22 June 2004)

HC Deb 22 June 2004 vol 422 c1316W 1316W

§ Mr. Redwood
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport what plans he has to expand rail freight. [179491]

§ Dr. Howells
The Government are committed to achieving a competitive freight distribution industry that benefits the economy and the environment. The SRA's Freight Strategy provides a framework for a significant shift from road to rail. Rail freight is up nearly a quarter since 1997.