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Proceeding contribution from Lord Bassam of Brighton (Labour) in the House of Lords on Tuesday, 17 June 2008. It occurred during Debates on delegated legislation on Rail Vehicle Accessibility (Interoperable Rail System) Regulations 2008.


Rail Vehicle Accessibility (Interoperable Rail System) Regulations 2008

It would be extremely unfortunate. I cannot believe that sensible train operators would want to do that. It would not enhance their reputation, and I do not believe that our train operators are in the business of doing that. They want a good reputation in this area. In any event, it is good for business because it widens the potential passenger base. I commit to setting out in the same note that I will send to the noble Lord, Lord Addington, how we think this will work. I know that the noble Lord, Lord Berkeley, is a practical rail man, and that he will address the issue in practical terms and ensure that people can comprehend this. I hope that I have answered noble Lords’ questions. On Question, Motion agreed to.


Secondary information

Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
702 c369-70GC 
Session
2007-08
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords Grand Committee
Subjects
Access Disability Franchises EU action Railways Passengers Overcrowding Standards Rolling stock Southern
Legislation
Rail Vehicle Accessibility (Interoperable Rail System) Regulations 2008
Link
View this Proceeding contribution on www.publications.parliament.uk