§ 60. Sir W. Wakefieldasked the Minister of Transport when it is proposed to start the Finchley road widening scheme; when it is expected that the widening scheme will be finished; and what will be its cost.
§ Mr. MarplesMy Department are at present discussing details of this scheme with the London County Council who are seeking Parliamentary powers. I cannot say at present when the scheme will be ready or when I can accept it for grant purposes. Construction would be likely to take about 18 months and the estimated cost of the work now proposed is £3,750,000.