§ Mr. Ron Thomasasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what matters he discussed at his recent meeting with the delegation from Bristol District and Avon County Council; and if he will make a statement.
§ Dr. GilbertI met a joint delegation from Avon and Bristol on 9th September 1975 to discuss bus revenue support. I have subsequently accepted in full Avon's revenue support estimate for 1976–77, as revised in the light of DOE Circular 78/75, of £1.046 million at November 1974 prices. It is now for Avon County Council, as the responsible transport authority, to consult districts and operators as to the distribution of grant that will best provide a co-ordinated and efficient public transport service throughout the county.