§ Mr. McCrindleasked the Minister of Transport when he expects to issue his 218W decision on the subject of the public inquiry held in Hornchurch between 24 October and 30 November 1978; why there has been the long delay; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Kenneth ClarkeMy right hon. Friends the Secretary of State for the Environment and the Minister of Transport have to consider all objections and representations together with the inspector's report of the public inquiry. The issues were complex but I hope that a decision will be announced next month.