HC Deb 30 January 1973 vol 849 c359W
Dr. John A. Cunningham

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will confirm that the proposals to improve the A66 trunk road from Penrith to West Cumberland will now proceed as planned, in full and without further delay; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Speed

Yes. Subject to letting of the contract, work should start on the first section of the route in late summer or early autumn.

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