§ 64. Mr. Ronald Bellasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what is the reason for the delay of more than two years in dealing with claims for compensation made by residents of Gerrards Cross under the Land Compensation Act 1973 relating to disturbance by noise from the M40; and when he expects that decisions will be reached upon these claims.
§ Mr. MarksThe settlement of claims has been delayed by the consideration of noise attenuation measures for the Gerrards Cross By-pass. Work has now started on noise barriers for the protection of Dukes Wood and Hedgerley Green, and the District Valuer has been asked to open negotiations on claims in respect of properties not protected by those barriers. The remaining claims will be negotiated as soon as the benefit of the barriers has been evaluated.