ROYAL MAIL AND RAIL DELIVERY OF POST

Early day motion 1361, tabled 9 June 2003 by Ian Lucas (Labour). Signed by 74 members.

That this House deplores the decision of Royal Mail to cease using rail transport for the delivery of post; notes that increased use of air and road transport will add to pollution and to congestion; and condemns Royal Mail's failure to pursue a sustainable development strategy for its business.

Signatures by party: Labour 49, Liberal Democrat 17, Labour/Co-operative 6, Plaid Cymru 1, UUP 1.