§ 16. Mr. Madelasked the Secretary of State for Transport whether he has any further information as to the likely starting date for the construction of the Leighton-Linslade bypass; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Peter BottomleyMy right hon. Friend's decision to confirm Bedfordshire county council's orders for the bypass is the subject of an application to the High Court by an objector to the scheme. Until this is determined no work can begin.