HC Deb 10 February 1970 vol 795 c318W
Mr. Dempsey

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what consideration he has given to the provision of a dual carriageway southwards to the Coatbridge boundary; and what is the estimated total cost, the cost to the Exchequer, and the starting and completion dates.

Mr. Ross

I have told Coatbridge Town Council that grant at the rate of 75 per cent has been reserved to enable work to begin this year. The estimated total cost is £200,000, and the scheme should take up to two years to complete