East London River Crossing

HC Deb 13 July 1982 vol 27 cc334-5W

Mr. Cartwright

asked the Secretary of State for Transport what comments he has received from the Greater London Council about the proposals for the east London river crossing.

Mrs. Chalker

Following public consultation, the GLC wrote in April 1982 informing the Department that they did not accept the scheme. They also listed a number of detailed observatins on the scheme if it were to go ahead.

The council wrote again on 5 July withdrawing its objections to the scheme but continuing to press for amendments.

Mr. Cartwright

asked the Secretary of State for Transport when he plans to announce the preferred route for the east London river crossing between Thamesmead and Falconwood.

Mrs. Chalker

I refer the hon. Member to the reply I gave him on 20 May.—[Vol. 24, c. 169.] I am still considering the results of the public consultation, but I hope to make an announcement shortly.