Forth Road Bridge

HC Deb 29 October 1957 vol 575 c6

9. Mr. Hamilton

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will give an assurance that there will be no further delay in the commencement of the Forth road bridge as a result of recently announced financial policy.

Mr. N. Macpherson

There is no reason why the Forth Road Bridge Joint Board should not proceed with this scheme as planned, provided that satisfactory tenders are received.

Mr. Hamilton

In view of the Government's appeal for increased productivity and the development prospects in East Scotland, will the Joint Under-Secretary undertake to try to speed up the development of the bridge?

Mr. Macpherson

The development of the bridge is going forward as planned. The Joint Board expects to be ready to invite tenders next month for the foundations to the central piers and for the cable anchorages.