HC Deb 13 May 1966 vol 728 cc139-40W
Mr. Will Owen

asked the Minister of Transport what progress is being made with the provision of the Morpeth bypass in the County of Northumberland; and whether she will make a statement.

Mr. Swingler

The preparation of the scheme has taken a little longer than expected. Some re-designing has been necessary. But land acquisition is now going ahead and we hope construction will start early next year.