HC Deb 05 April 1977 vol 929 cc457-8W
Mr. Normanton

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment when he proposes to announce the date of the public inquiry into the Greater Manchester Council's plans for the development of Ringway Airport.

Mr. Guy Barnett

My right hon. Friend will proceed with the inquiry arrangements as soon as details of all the matters

(2) what will be the total increased costs to the water authorities as a result of the six-month moratorium which has only lasted for three months.

Mr. Denis Howell

The information sought is not available; any calculation would influence considerably the assumptions made and would be of doubtful value.