HC Deb 31 January 1977 vol 925 cc70-1W
Mr. Spearing

asked the Secretary of State for Transport what is the current statutory basis for the practice and procedure adopted in public inquiries into road proposals; and if he has made any changes in any regulations or instructions in pursuit of this legislation.

Mr. William Rodgers

Highways inquiries are conducted in accordance with the Highways (Inquiries Procedure) Rules 1976 which were made by the Lord Chancellor in exercise of the powers conferred on him by Section 11 of the Tribunals and Inquiries Act 1971 and after consultation with the Council on Tribunals. The Rules came into operation on 10th June 1976.