§ Mr. David ShawTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport if he will make a statement on the progress of the design consultancy project for the dualling of the A2 between Lydden and Dover; and when, how, and for how long the public consultation process is to operate.
§ Mr. Kenneth CarlisleThe design consultants are continuing to investigate route options for the A2 Lydden to Dover scheme. Public consultation is planned for late spring 1993. It will include the distribution of information leaflets with questionnaires, a press notice, advertisement in the local press and a public exhibition. A six-week period is proposed for receipt of comments from the public.