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Written question asked by Sydney Bidwell (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 18 July 1989. It was answered by Michael Portillo (Conservative) on Tuesday, 18 July 1989 on behalf of the Department of Transport.


Written question

Question
To direct BR board to end unfair discrimination against Eastleigh railway workshop in bidding for contract work with BR; to ensure Eastleigh given opportunity of bidding in order to maintain its work force, range of skills & capital equipment; in light of prices for white metal bearings work carried out by private companies, to transfer such work to Eastleigh.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
157 c92W
Session
1988-89
Subjects
Contracts Costs British Rail Competition Eastleigh Metalworking