§ 18. Mr. Eldon Griffithsasked the Secretary of State for Transport why the claim of Mr. K. E. Barker of 4 Northgate Avenue, Bury St. Edmunds, for compensation for the severance of a vehicle right-of-way at the rear of his house, arising from the construction of the A45 bypass, has not been dealt with since 6th March 1975; in particular, why letters sent to his Department on 27th January and 5th April 1978 have neither been answered nor acknowledged; and if he will make a statement of his intentions in regard to this case.
§ Mr. HoramMr. Barker has received compensation for the severance of his vehicle right-of-way. I understand that the hon. Member is now aware of this. The hon. Member wrote to me on 8th May on behalf of his constituent and when I reply, which I shall do shortly, I shall explain fully the position concerning Mr. Barker's other claim for compensation, which is under Part I of the Land Compensation Act 1973.