HC Deb 15 May 1981 vol 4 c376W
Mr. McCrindle

asked the Secretary of State for Transport if he is satisfied that the Land Compensation Act 1973 continues to provide a fair basis for compensation to those whose homes are required for the building of a road; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Kenneth Clarke

The statutory provisions for compensation on compulsory acquisition do not distinguish between the purposes for which a property is bought. I believe that they provide a fair basis for compensation to those whose homes are needed for essential works.