Report to be submitted by C.O.S., C.C.M. and M.P.S. confirming the
requirement of one additional set for this scheme as mentioned in Minute
314(a).
329. CAMBRIDGE SCHEME
The Chairman said that representations had been made by a member of the
Eastern Area Board, through Mr.Bird, for a through service between Oxford and
Cambridge. It was stated that this question had previously been investigated and in
fact a special railcar service was tried out some years ago but was not financially
attractive and there was also the difficulty of crossing the main line at Bletchley.
It was agreed that the Cambridge scheme did not justify a higher place in the list
of priority of future schemes.
330. NOTTINGHAM AREA SCHEME (E.R.)
Noted that this investigation has been delayed owing to the
A.S.L.E.& F. strike but a meeting has now been arranged for June 30th.
331. ROYAL SHOW, NOTTINGHAM. JULY 5TH/8TH
The Chairman said he had approached the Eastern Region for the use of
two 2-car sets being built at Derby for the East Anglia scheme for the four days of
the Show, but the E.R. have replied they are unable to release any units for this
period.
332. AUTOMATIC COUPLER
Noted that as a result of further representations, the Board of Trade
have made a recommendation to the Treasury that a refund of duty be approved.
Coupler has been returned to Holland and Mr.Randle will thank Mr.De Haas
for the loan.
333. NEXT MEETING
July 25th and 26th North Wales Inspection.
Mr.Lawrence will draw up itinerary and arrange re saloon.
