West Coast Main Line Franchise

Part of the debate – in the House of Lords at 3:08 pm on 17 October 2002.

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Photo of Lord Roberts of Conwy Lord Roberts of Conwy Conservative 3:08, 17 October 2002

My Lords, is the Minister aware that one must have sympathy with Virgin Trains? The fact is that it has purchased the new Pendolino fast train but cannot use it for a number of years because no suitable track is available.