HC Deb 12 November 1976 vol 919 cc316-7W
Mr. Brocklebank-Fowler

asked the Secretary of State for Transport what representations he has received from Norfolk County Council regarding the deferment of improvement schemes on the A11 and A47.

Mr. Horam

The Norfolk County Council has made written representations that the cuts in road expenditure bear disproportionately on Norfolk schemes, including those on A11 and A47.

Mr. Brocklebank-Fowler

asked the Secretary of State for Transport if he will reconsider the priority given to improvement schemes for the A11 and A47 in the light of the recent expenditure cuts.

Mr. Horam

No. The Department will keep its road building priorities under review, but the deferments announced on 4th August reflect present national priorities.