§ Mr. Neaveasked the Secretary of State for the Environment whether he will expedite progress on the study of the strategic route from Swindon to Milton Keynes.
§ Mr. Graham PageTerms of reference for this important study have been discussed between the Department and independent consultants. The formal appointment of consultants should be announced shortly.
The Department will do everything possible to expedite the study, but it is unlikely to be concluded in the less than two years. However, priority within the study will be given to the bypass needs of some towns and villages in the study corridor.