§ 68. Captain PETER MACDONALDasked the Minister of Transport when the repairs to Yar Bridge, in the Isle of Wight, are to be completed; what is the cause of the delay; and whether, in view of the inconvenience caused to residents in the island, he will take steps to see that the work is expedited?
§ Colonel ASHLEYI understand that the contract for the reconstruction of this bridge, which is owned by the Yar Bridge Company, fixed the 1st April, 1926, as the date of completion. While it is not in my power to expedite the work, I would remind my hon. and gallant Friend that the Yar Bridge Company have presumably everything to gain by re-opening the bridge to traffic as early as possible.
§ Captain MACDONALDIs the right hon. Gentleman aware that the Government, by insisting upon this river being kept open for traffic, are responsible for this company not erecting a temporary structure for foot traffic, which would greatly facilitate matters for the people living in the district.
§ Colonel ASHLEYI appreciate the inconvenience to the hon. Member's constituents, but do not see what I can do.
§ Captain MACDONALDIn view of the importance of this road, and the fact that it has been closed for some months, will the hon. and gallant. Gentleman take steps to see that his Department obtains control over private companies who show a disregard for the convenience of the public which they are supposed to serve?