Chester Southerly Bypass

HC Deb 17 July 1973 vol 860 cc117-8W

Mr. Barry Jones

asked the Secretary of State for Wales what is his estimate of the date of the commencement of the construction of the Chester Southerly bypass and in particular the likely date of operations which will affect the communities of Saltney and Broughton; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Peter Thomas

Spring 1974. It is not possible to forecast how the contractor appointed will programme his works in particular areas.