§ Mr. Gardnerasked the Minister of Transport if he will announce the date upon which constructional work on the Brentwood by-pass is to begin.
§ Mr. MarplesSerious difficulties have been encountered as a result of soil conditions near Ongar Road. The revised engineering design work is being pushed ahead as quickly as possible, but the start of work on the by-pass will be delayed. I will make a statement as soon as possible.