To ask the Secretary of State for Transport what discussions took place with the rolling stock company responsible for the Thames Valley commuter trains run by First Great Western prior to her written ministerial statement of 26 February 2008, Official Report, columns 73-4WS, on First Great Western franchise on the intention to refurbish these trains. (190606)

[holding answer 29 February 2008]: The Secretary of State has held no discussions with the rolling stock company responsible for the Thames Valley commuter trains run by First Great Western.