Mr. Philips Priceasked the Minister of Transport on what date the Filton bypass was closed to traffic for work to begin on extending the aircraft runway; under what Order the closure was made, and when a new alternative route will be provided.
§ Mr. MaclayThis by-pass was closed to traffic on 29th January, 1947, by an order of the Minister of Supply made under Defence Regulations. Notice was given by my Department in August, 1950, that it was proposed to make an Order under the Civil Aviation Act, 1949, to close the by-pass permanently and to provide for an alternative route. Objections were received and it has become necessary to re-examine the question of the alternative route. I cannot at present say how soon it will be provided.