§ Sir Hector Monroasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what is the cost, including the foundations, of the new lighting pylons on the M73, erected between the M8 and M74; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. YoungerThe route on which lighting pylons have been erected is on the M73, between the M8 and M74. The total estimated cost of the new lighting installations, including foundations, is £615,000.
A total of 47 lighting columns are being provided along approximately 6 km. of carriageway, including the major interchange at Maryville. The purpose of the installation is to improve road safety by providing a continuous system of lighting at and between the important intersections at Baillieston and Maryville.