§ 39. Mr. Doddsasked the Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation what progress has been made in the construction of the Dartford-Purfleet Tunnel; and what part of the work is expected to be carried out this year.
§ Mr. WatkinsonThe overhaul of the existing plant and equipment is nearly completed. Tenders have been invited by 29th February for the main tunnelling work, but I cannot give any useful estimate at this stage as to future progress.