§ Mr. Dempseyasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what starting date he has approved for the piping of the Monkland Canal; what is the estimated cost of the project; and when he estimates the work will be completed.
§ Mr. NobleThe estimated cost of the piping and infilling of the section of the canal between Sheepford Locks and Coatbridge Cross is approximately £335,000. Contract documents are being prepared for the town council by its consultants and work can start as soon as tenders are approved. The consultants consider that the work will then take about a year to complete.