HC Deb 15 July 1970 vol 803 cc1518-9
31. Mr. Raphael Tuck

asked the Minister of Transport when a start will be made on the extension of the north orbital road from Maple Cross to Hurston Bridge.

Mr. Michael Heseltine

In 1972, I hope.

Mr. Tuck

Is that a definite promise or just a hope?

Mr. Heseltine

The hon. Gentleman knows that there remain certain outstanding statutory procedures, but we hope to do as I have said by the end of 1972.