§ Sir J. HOODasked the Minister of Transport what was the estimated cost of the new road from Walton-on-Naze to Frinton station; by whom was the cost to be paid and in what amounts what sum has been expended up to date; whether 528W the road is in a derelict condition; if it is proposed to complete it; and what would have been the cost to widen and complete the old road?
§ Mr. SHAWI have been asked to reply. The estimated cost of the road referred to by the hon. Member was £2,000, to be financed by loan in respect of which the Unemployment Grants Committee had promised 65 per cent. of the interest and sinking fund charges for half the term of the loan,i.e., for 10 yeas. It is understood that the Essex County Council are to contribute a sum not exceeding 25 per cent. of the total cost, the balance being found by the Walton-on-Naze Urban District Council. Up to the 31st March last £4,785 had been expended. I understand that no work has been done since the beginning of the year owing, mainly, to difficulties which have arisen between the district council and the contractor. New tenders have been invited and are now under consideration. I have no information on the last point raised by the hon. Member.