A449 (Hansard, 31 October 1994)

§ Mr. Roy Hughes
To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what is the estimated cost of the reconstruction of the northbound carriageway of the A449 between Raglan and Usk; and when it is likely to be completed.

§ Mr. Gwilym Jones
The estimated cost of the work is £6,400,000. The work is expected to be completed within the contract period, which ends in early January 1995, weather permitting.

§ Mr. Roy Hughes
To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what is the estimated cost of the proposed reconstruction of the southbound carriageway of the A449 between Raglan and Usk; and when a decision will be made about proceeding with the contract.

§ Mr. Gwilym Jones
The estimated cost of the works is £5,000,000 at 1994 prices. A decision on the contract will be made by March 1995.

§ Mr. Roy Hughes
To ask the Secretary of State for Wales what is the estimated cost of the proposed reconstruction of both carriageways of the A449 between Usk and the Coldra, Newport; and what is the time scale for this work.

§ Mr. Gwilym Jones
The estimated cost of the works is £13,000,000 at 1994 prices. The work is planned to be carried out during 1996 and 1997.