East Coast Main Line
Debate between Stephen Hepburn and Andy McDonald(11 years, 6 months ago)
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Andy McDonald
I am not sure that I have picked up on that seven turning into one, but I will mention the performance issues, so an answer may emerge as we proceed.
Mr Stephen Hepburn (Jarrow) (Lab)
My hon. Friend is making a persuasive case. The east coast main line has flourished since it came back into public ownership. This is an example of privatisation for privatisation’s sake. The only people who will benefit from it are that small number of Tory pals—those profiteers who will bung their pockets with taxpayers’ money.
Andy McDonald
I thank my hon. Friend. He makes a valid point, and I hope to return to it.