South Coast Road

HC Deb 09 December 1968 vol 775 c12

4. Mr. Judd

asked the Minister of Transport whether he will make a statement on the latest timetable for the completion of the South Coast trunk road.

Mr. Bob Brown

We are publishing this week draft schemes to fix the route of the South Coast road between Ower and Portsbridge. Other statutory procedures will follow as soon as possible, and, subject to their completion, it is hoped to start construction on this length in 1971–72. It is too early to say when the entire South Coast road will be completed.

Mr. Judd

Will my hon. Friend assure us that there will be full consultation with the local authorities concerned about the implications of this road and its connection with plans for developments in South Hampshire as a whole?

Mr. Brown

I give that assurance. Depending upon the objections received, we shall decide whether an inquiry is necessary.