§ Mr. Fallonasked the Secretary of State for Transport if he is satisfied that his Department's highway budget will be fully utilised in the current year in accordance with present plans; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mrs. ChalkerYes. Progress in 1983–84 has been excellent. Thanks to the good summer and acceleration of work, some eight major schemes are likely to be completed this year instead of next, as planned, and a further nine schemes due for completion in 1984–85 are ahead of schedule.