HC Deb 24 November 1971 vol 826 c362W
60. Mr. Palmer

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will make a statement setting out progress being made in the re-assessment of steel box girder bridges including those in and around the City of Bristol.

Mr. Peter Walker

Reassessment of steel box girder bridges is progressing as quickly as the very detailed procedures permit. It should be completed for the Aust and Wye Bridges in early 1972. I expect erection of the Avonmouth Bridge to recommence shortly. The Cumberland Basin Bridge is owned by the City of Bristol and is a matter for that authority.