§ Mr. Donald Andersonasked the Secretary of State for Wales what steps will be taken to relieve the traffic congestion in south Monmouthshire and Newport which will follow the opening of the Severn Bridge, particularly in view of the possible delay in the Crick-Coldra section of the M4 motorway and the recent roof falls in the Brynglas tunnels.
§ Mr. Cledwyn HughesThe opening of the Severn Bridge and the improvement of the southern by-pass over George Street bridge will help at Chepstow and Newport respectively. The existing trunk road A48 should be able to carry the expected traffic without difficulty. I am consulting the police about how best to relieve any congestion that may occur.