Privatisation debate on British Rail

Title

Privatisation debate on British Rail

Genre

News report; Parliamentary debate

TX Date

11 Mar 1993

Year of production

1993

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Duration

00:03:25

Description

Des Fahy reports on the debate over the bill to privatise British Rail. In the House of Commons, Transport Secretary, John MacGregor defends the bill, and says that ample time for debate has already been given. Labour MP, John Prescott claims the issue is one of deceit, and criticises the Conservative Government. Rail Minister, Roger Freeman also passes comment.

Contributors

John Prescott; Des Fahy; John MacGregor; Roger Freeman

Keywords

Politics; Legislation; Government; Parliamentary bills; Economics; British Rail; Conservative Party; Privatization; Rail industry

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