HC Deb 11 March 1936 vol 309 c2119
33. Sir CHARLES CAYZER

asked the Minister of Transport whether in view of the unsatisfactory condition of the Menai Bridge and especially in view of its inadequacy for the growing volume of traffic, his Department will consider a definite proposal to replace or reconstruct the present structure?

Mr. HORE-BELISHA

A technical examination of the bridge with a view to ascertaining the possibilities of strenthening the present structure is now in progress.

Sir C. CAYZER

In view of the inconvenience caused to the traffic of North Wales by the inadequacy of this bridge, will my right hon. Friend give an assurance that his Department will do its utmost to expedite action in this matter?

Mr. HORE-BELISHA

Yes.

Mr. R. RICHARDS

Will the Minister consult with his colleague of the Office of Works to see that nothing is done to damage this very beautiful structure, and if a new bridge is necessary, will he consider a fresh site?

Mr. HORE-BELISHA

I will try to bear in mind both the architectural and the economic considerations.