asked the Secretary of State for Transport what representations he has received regarding the sale of the British Transport Advertising division by British Rail.

Since January, we have received several representations from, or on behalf of, companies excluded from the railways board's invitation to submit bids for British Transport Advertising. The board has now invited those companies, and several others, to submit bids.

asked the Secretary of State for Transport what guidelines he has given to the British Railways Board in ensuring that the sale of the British Transport Advertising division will enhance competition in the outdoor advertising market.

None.

asked the Secretary of State for Transport what guidelines he has given to the British Railways Board in ensuring that the sale of British Transport Advertising division will not have an immediate effect on jobs within the division.

None. The British Railways Board is seeking bids for British Transport Advertising as a going concern.