§ Mr. Hayhoeasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food whether in discussion with the Greater London Council he has been able to offer assistance in the construction of the Thames barrier scheme which will bring forward the estimated completion date.
§ Mr. StrangThe Greater London council's discussions, of which my Department has been kept informed, have largely concerned the technical and navigational problems involved in changing to a faster programme of construction for the barrier. I understand that on 17th July the council decided to go ahead with an accelerated programme. My right hon. Friend the Minister will be ready to give prompt consideration to any request which he receives from the council for Government assistance.