Written question asked by John Home Robertson (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 9 January 1996. It was answered by Lord Blencathra (Conservative) on Tuesday, 9 January 1996 on behalf of the Home Office.

Home Office

Question: How many abnormal loads involving railway locomotives and rolling stock have been notified to police authorities for escort on roads since the introduction of track charges by Railtrack; and how many such loads were notified during the equivalent period before that date. - Disproportionate cost.

Answer: Mr. Home Robertson: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department how many abnormal loads involving railway locomotives and rolling stock have been notified to police authorities for escort on roads since the introduction of rail charges by Railtrack; and how many such loads were notified during the equivalent period before that date. [7736] Mr. Maclean: The information requested is not available centrally and could be obtained only at disproportionate cost.

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