§ Mr. Spearingasked the Secretary of State for Transport what recommendations he has received concerning the operation of the Woolwich free ferry; and what consultations he intends to initiate with the London boroughs of Greenwich and Newham and bodies representing users of the ferry.
§ Mr. Peter BottomleyThe consultants have completed their interim report. They and we have been waiting for the views of the London borough of Greenwich, which is our agent for the operation of the ferry. The consultants will then make final recommendations.