§ Mr. WoodwardTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment, Transport and the Regions when he plans to consult on proposals to improve roadworks management standards. [91498]
§ Ms Glenda JacksonIn last year's Integrated Transport White Paper a commitment was made to consult on options for an incentive system, with penalties, to minimise disruption to road users, and to encourage improved co-ordination of street works. This commitment was re-affirmed by the then Minister for Transport, my right hon. Friend the Member for Hamilton, North and Bellshill (Dr. Reid), during the debate on roads policy on 18 March 1999,Official Report, column 1333, and the Government will be going to consultation soon.