HC Deb 12 April 1962 vol 657 c161W
Sir T. Moore

asked the Minister of Transport if he will give the total estimated commitments outstanding on 31st March last and the total estimated new commitments in 1962–63 in respect of new construction and major improvements for trunk roads, for classified roads and loans to highway authorities, respectively.

Mr. Marples

The figures for England and Wales are as follows:

ESTIMATED TOTAL COMMITMENTS
Trunk Roads Classified Roads (excluding loans) Loans to highway authorities
£ million £ million £ million
Outstanding at 31st March,1962. 146 47 9
New in 1962–63. 78 35