§ Mr. Steelasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what further plans he has for improvements in the A7 trunk route between Edinburgh and Carlisle, following the scheme at Canonbie.
§ Mr. YoungerBypasses of Dalkeith, Middleton and Langholm and a realignment of the Synton-Mossend section, each costing over £1 million, are planned. The following minor schemes (under £1 million) are also envisaged.
Region and Scheme
Dumfries and Galloway
- Improvement north of Eweslees
- Improvement at Eskdalemuir Junction
Borders
- Falahill-Heriot Diversion
- Newton Farm Diversion
- Sandbed, Hawick
- Newmill Village
- Parkdaill
- South of Gilston Road
In all cases, construction will depend on the satisfactory completion of detailed investigation, design and statutory procedures and on the availability of finance.