§ 20. Mr. MILLSasked the Minister of Transport how far the planning and drawings have progressed respecting the Dartford-Purfleet tunnel; and whether the work has been sanctioned for the pilot tunnel?
§ Mr. HERBERT MORRISONIt is hoped to invite tenders within the next few weeks for the construction of the pilot tunnel in connection with the Dartford-Purfleet tunnel.
§ Mr. ALBERYCan the right hon. Gentleman say approximately, how many men are likely to be employed?
§ Mr. MORRISONNo, I cannot say.