§ Mr. Kershawasked the Minister of Transport whether he is aware that compensation to landowners in the area of Brookthorpe for land taken to build the M5 is being delayed to the inconvenience of those affected; when he expects to take a decision on this matter; and whether he will make a statement.
§ Mr. MulleyI am not aware that payments of compensation is being delayed to any landowner in the area of Brookthorpe who has reached agreement with the district valuer on the terms of acquisition. If the hon. Member will let me have details of any case which he has in mind, I will look into it.