Stockton to Darlington Railway Anniversary Debate
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Lord West of Spithead
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Stockton to Darlington Railway Anniversary
Lord West of Spithead Excerpts(2 years, 1 month ago)
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Baroness Vere of Norbiton (Con)
Unfortunately, I am unable to give a clearer indication of the size of any government financial support, principally because the plans are still in development. We know that Sir Peter Hendy is working some up, but of course there will be other plans coming through from DCMS and DfT. As those plans come together, of course the Government will consider financial support.
Lord West of Spithead (Lab)
The Minister has articulated very clearly how important the whole heritage scene is, particularly in the railway endeavour. Can I ask her—in her hat as Transport Minister—who is responsible for heritage and historic ships, which are crucially important for our coastal communities?
Baroness Vere of Norbiton (Con)
The interesting thing is that heritage railways actually fall under DCMS. The noble Lord asked me about heritage ships. I am afraid I do not know, so I will write.