§ Mr. Heddleasked the Secretary of State for Transport, following his reply to the hon. Member for Lichfield and Tamworth on 12 March, whether he has received a substantial body of objection to the draft statutory and compulsory purchase orders for a grade separated junction on the A38, Alrewas to Burton-on-Trent road with the junction of A513, Alrewas to Rugeley road; if so, when he anticipates a public inquiry will be held; and, if not, when he anticipates being able to make a final decision on whether to proceed with the scheme.
§ Mr. Kenneth ClarkeTwenty-six objections were received from individuals, companies and public bodies. Seven have since been withdrawn. A public inquiry is being arranged for June. The formal announcement of the inquiry will be published soon.