 The Caledonian decided to electrify the line, and electrification of the Glasgow Central Railway, the Tollcross line, "and other railways" was authorised by Parliament on 2 August 1898.As well as the immaturity of the technology there were some practical problems, chiefly the heavy mineral traffic which would have required an engine change on approaching the line and again at Stobcross.Having secured the powers, the Caledonian did not proceed with the idea, and the powers lapsed.