Written question asked by Nigel Spearing (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 3 March 1997. It was answered by John Bowis (Conservative) on Monday, 3 March 1997 on behalf of the Department of Transport.

Dept of Transport

Question: What representations he has made to (a) London Transport and (b) London Underground Limited in the last five years concerning ways in which they could increase revenue for the Underground operation by (i) better marketing and (ii) more commercial use of property; and what estimate he has made of the revenue potential of (i) and (ii).

Answer: Mr. Spearing: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport what representations he has made to (a) London Transport and (b) London Underground Ltd. in the last five years concerning ways in which they could increase revenue for London Underground operation by (i) better marketing and (ii) more commercial use of property; and what estimate he has made of the revenue potential of (i) and (ii). [18346] Mr. Bowis: Marketing and the management and development of its property are operational matters for London Transport, which recognises its importance.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 18346; 291 c502W
Session: 1996-97
Subjects: Finance London Regional Transport Property development Marketing London Underground