HC Deb 27 April 1977 vol 930 cc355-6W
Mr. Younger

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland by what amount expenditure on road maintenance for trunk roads in Scotland exceeded the projected figures during the six months ended 31st March 1977; and from which other heads of expenditure money was saved to make up any shortfall.

Mr. McElhone

Additional expenditure of about £0.6 million on trunk road maintenance was met from savings on trunk road new construction.

Mr. Younger

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what representations he has received from local authorities regarding exceptionally heavy expenditure on road maintenance during the six months ended 31st March 1977; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. McElhone

None.