§ Mr. Speedasked the Secretary of State for the Environment when the Departmental investigation into the number of lanes required for the proposed M20 Mid-Kent motorway was started; when it was completed; and when he 656W will make a further announcement about the next stage of this road.
§ Mr. CarmichaelAs I said in an Adjournment Debate on 30th April, review of standards to which the M20 should be built was put in hand following decision to defer the Channel Tunnel. Review has not yet been concluded, but my right hon. Friend will make announcements on this and other outstanding matters relating to this motorway as soon as possible.