§ Mr. Staintonasked the Secretary of State for Transport what procedures it is intended to follow and what dates he has in mind regarding public inquiries in relation to the proposed Ipswich southern bypass.
§ Mr. HoramThe procedures will follow the Highways (Inquiries Procedures) Rules 1976 (SI 1976 No. 721), which require at least 42 days' notice to be given in announcing an inquiry. My right hon. Friend cannot yet give a firm date for the inquiry.