HC Deb 15 November 1967 vol 754 c431
22. Mr. Iremonger

asked the Minister of Transport if she will make a statement about the provision of ramps for underground stairways at Gants Hill, Ilford.

Mr. Swingler

A system of pedestrian ramp accesses to the subways will be provided. Details are now being worked out.

Mr. Iremonger

While thanking the Minister for that reply, may I ask whether he could look into the rate of progress which is being made to see that there is no further delay?

Mr. Swingler

I know that there has been quite a long period of consideration of this, but the hon. Gentleman will realise that this is not an inexpensive scheme, and, indeed, it will cost more than £130,000; but it has now been agreed. The technical details will be worked out as quickly as possible, and I can assure the hon. Member that the structural work will start early.