§ Mr. Biffenasked the Secretary of State for the Environment on what date he received the inspector's report on the proposed closure of Long slow Road, Market Drayton; when he hopes to announce his findings; and if he will detail the factors that have caused the delay in this matter.
§ Mr. SpeedThe inspector's report was received on 21st June 1972 and we expect to make an announcement this month. This case has been complicated by engineering and legal difficulties.