§ Mr. Forresterasked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he is satisfied that the Property Services Agency is acting with all reasonable speed and efficiency in settling the claims for increased costs which were presented in December 1975 for work on the General Post Office automatic telephone exchange, Hanley, Stoke on Trent which was completed in early 1975; how much more considerable detailed examination has taken place since his letter of 11th July 1977; how much more will need to take place before agreement is reached; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. MarksYes. Advance payments have already been made by the Property Services Agency and proposals for a final settlement were made in January 1978. They were rejected, and the initiative now lies with the contractor to substantiate a higher figure. A further meeting is to take place on 22nd June.