§ 8. Mr. Probertasked the Secretary of State for Wales to what extent the transport problems of towns are being considered in the studies now taking place by the Welsh Office in connection with the future road programme for Wales.
§ Mr. Ifor DaviesThese problems will be fully taken into account in the future road programme.
§ Mr. ProbertIs my hon. Friend aware that many smaller industrial firms are facing what may be called a form of transport thrombosis? Will he ask the appropriate local authorities to put proposals to alleviate the present situation until major proposals such as bypasses can be put forward and considered?
§ Mr. DaviesLocal authorities were asked last year to indicate the value of schemes on which forward planning and preparation could start in the near future. Their cost estimates are now being considered.