§ Mr. Ron DaviesTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport whether the joint working party established to consider the Home report's recommendations on diversionary works has completed its deliberations; and when he intends to introduce legislation putting into effect the Home report's conclusions.
§ Mr. Peter BottomleyThe diversionary works working party, which includes representatives of the utilities, local authority associations and British Railways Board, has recently completed a draft code of practice dealing with the procedures to be followed when highway or bridge works affect utility apparatus, including cost sharing. The code will shortly be referred to the relevant organisations for endorsement. Legislation to implement the recommendations of the Home Committee will be introduced when a suitable opportunity can be found.