§ 43. Mr. Reader Harrisasked the Minister of Housing and Local Govern 58W ment what consultations have taken place with the Greater London Council regarding the building of a barrage across the Thames at or near Greenwich; and whether it is now the Government's intention to proceed with such a project.
§ Mr. K. RobinsonAs my right hon. Friend said in answer to a Question from the hon. Member for Twickenham (Mr. Gresham Cooke) on 20th February, 1968, the Greater London Council has undertaken to investigate, in consultation with the Port of London Authority and the navigation interests, the relative advantages of a movable barrier and a fixed barrage, and the most suitable site. It is considering the whole length of the river, from the City of London downstream. Throughout the investigation, there has been regular consultation between the Department and the council, and I expect to receive the final report by the end of this year.