HC Deb 08 March 1967 vol 742 c275W
115. Mr. George Jeger

asked the Minister of Transport whether, in view of the cancellation of previous proposals for the improvement of the swing bridge at Thorne, she will reconsider the advisability of constructing a temporary bridge capable of taking two-way traffic.

Mr. Swingler

Proposals for improvement of the bridge by converting the gates to power operation have not been cancelled. We are having a further examination made of the possibility of building a temporary bridge.

116. Mr. George Jeger

asked the Minister of Transport whether she is aware that the continued postponement and delay in planning the Thorne bypass and the replacement of the narrow swing bridge at Thorne is causing considerable concern and disruption of housing plans; and whether she will give priority to the new survey and consequent work which is proposed.

Mr. Swingler

We are fully aware of the urgent need to bypass Thorne, and the action referred to in the Answer given to my hon. Friend's Question on 15th February [Vol. 741, c.114.]—will be pushed forward with all possible speed.