HC Deb 15 December 1971 vol 828 c119W
Mr. Ashley

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what proportion of each motorway has safety barriers on the central reservation.

Mr. Michael Heseltine

I regret that the information is not readily available. I will however write to the hon. Member on the subject as soon as possible.

Mr. Ashley

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what has been the total outlay on the installation of safety barriers on the central reservations of motorways.

Mr. Michael Heseltine

Up to 15th October, 1971, approximately £2,500,000.

Mr. Ashley

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what would be the cost of erecting safety barriers for the total length of all existing motorways.

Mr. Michael Heseltine

Just over £9 million.