§ 33. Sir Dingle Footasked the Minister of Housing and Local Government when he expects to arrive at a decision on the expansion of Ipswich; and what are the reasons for the delay.
§ Mr. K. RobinsonThe decision will be announced as soon as possible. Proposals of this size and importance raise complex issues which need very careful consideration.
§ Sir D. FootDoes my right hon. Friend appreciate that it is now over nine months since the public inquiry was held? Does he also appreciate that this inordinate delay is causing great difficulties both to business and to employment? Can the Minister give some indication when we may expect a decision?
§ Mr. RobinsonOn the last part of my right hon. and learned Friend's supplementary question, I can only repeat "as soon as possible". But I fully recognise the need to decide this matter as soon as a decision can be reached.