HC Deb 17 February 1967 vol 741 cc189-90W
Mr. Rowland

asked the Minister of Transport (1) what is the estimated sum to be spent in 1967 on repairs to the M45 spur motorway;

(2) what was the sum allowed for repairs to the M45 spur motorway when it was first built.

Mr. Swingler

The estimated cost of work on M45 this year is £597,000. This sum covers not only repairs, but provides for a large element of improvement to bring the motorway into line with current standards.

When the motorway was first built there was no reason to anticipate the need for repairs—other than routine maintenance—and no provision was therefore made.