§ Sir Donald Kaberryasked the Minister of Transport what is the cost to the latest convenient date of the Humber bridge 729W and its approaches; what is the estimated further cost to completion; when is the estimated date of opening for public use; and what proportion of costs are to be borne by the Government and local authorities.
§ Mr. Kenneth ClarkeThe Humber bridge is the responsibility of the Humber bridge board. I understand that by 28 February 1979 some £58 million had been spent on the bridge and its immediate approach roads. The board estimates that on current prices a further £9.5 million will be needed to complete the project. The board's latest estimate of the opening date was March 1980. The bridge is being financed by loans, 75 per cent. from the Exchequer and the remainder from other sources, all to be repaid from toll revenue.