HC Deb 02 February 1979 vol 961 cc581-2W
Mr. Temple-Morris

asked the Secretary of State for Transport if he is satisfied with the rate of progress of the M25; and when the entire outer orbital route will be in use.

Mr. Horam

The M25 has top priority in the road programme. I am satisfied that no effort is being spared to complete it quickly. I would like to see still faster progress, but the statutory procedures for the protection of those affected must be allowed to take their course. Subject to these being completed satisfactorily I expect that most of the route will be in use by 1983.