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Written question asked by Earl of Haddington (Conservative), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 16 March 1999. It was answered by Lord Whitty (Labour) on Tuesday, 16 March 1999.


Whitty, Lord

Question
What is the estimated increase in time for rail passenger traffic to traverse the Severn Estuary upon closure of the Severn rail tunnel; and what speed restriction will be imposed on intercity passenger traffic diverted via the Stroud line. [HL 1410]. - Inc figures.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL 1410; 598 c95-6WA
Session
1998-99
Subjects
Closures Railway network Travel Repairs and maintenance Tunnels Severn tunnel
Contains statistics
Yes