§ Mr. Austin Mitchellasked the Secretary of State for Transport what is the latest available figure for the debt on the Humber bridge; what has been the increase in debt since the bridge was opened; what are the latest available annual figures for revenue and debt charges; and what proposals he has for paying off the debt.
§ Mr. David MitchellThe information requested is as follows:
£ million rounded Total debt at 31 March 1985 233 Increase in debt since date of opening 82 Revenue for 1984–85 5 Debt charges for 1984–85 27 The Humber Bridge Board has been invited to come forward with proposals for putting Humber bridge finances on a sound footing. When these are received, consideration will be given to what further action may be necessary.