§ 44. Mr. Sorensenasked the Minister of Transport in view of local concern in the Borough of Leyton, what revision of plans has taken place in respect of the Eastern Avenue extension through that borough and of other projects originally designed to ease traffic congestion; and what is the approximate timetable of the reconstruction.
§ Vice-Admiral Hughes HallettPlanned improvements, including the Eastern Avenue Extension, will provide effective relief from traffic congestion in Leyton. Traffic management measures are also under consideration.
Reconstruction of the junction at the "Green Man" is expected to begin this summer and should be completed about a year later. I cannot say when the Eastern Avenue Extension will be started.
§ Mr. SorensenWhile thanking the hon. and gallant Member for that reply, may I ask if he appreciates that the congestion, particularly in Leyton, will become steadily greater and more severe as the months go by? Is he aware that uncertainty as to whether there is to be drastic reconstruction in the whole area is causing great concern? Will he give more precise information about when 1284 building projects are likely to be fulfilled?
§ Vice-Admiral Hughes HallettI am afraid that I cannot do that. My right hon. Friend will make an announcement as soon as possible on the schemes selected for the 1968–69 extension of the roads programme, but I cannot at this moment say what they will be.