HC Deb 09 November 1960 vol 629 cc1027-8
39. Lord Balniel

asked the Minister of Transport whether he is yet in a position to announce his decision on the alternative schemes submitted to him by the Hertfordshire County Council for improving the A.1 road between Welwyn and Hatfield.

Mr. Marples

My engineers have studied the schemes submitted and are discussing the problem further with the staff of the county council. I will reach a decision as quickly as possible.

Lord Balniel

Is my hon. Friend aware that the county council sent forward these schemes in May of this year? In view of the very considerable confusion, which now exists about the future of this road, can he say what "as quickly as possible" means? Does it mean this week, next week or next year?

Mr. Marples

Very shortly.